Chromium

Chromium is a trace mineral which can help the weight loss and management. It is an essential element used by the body to form an organic complex called "Glucose Tolerance Factor" or GTF. GTF interacts with insulin to regulate blood sugar levels and encourages energy production from glucose. Chromium also suppresses appetite, hunger pangs and sugar cravings and is believed to increase fat metabolism.

Chromium can be found naturally in foods such as meat, poultry, fish and wholegrain breads. Nutritional supplements of chromium include brewer's yeast, chromium picolinate and chromium mineral supplements. Chromium picolinate is more readily absorbed by the body compared to chromium mineral. When combined with a healthy diet and regular exercise, chromium supplements may assist in weight loss.


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