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Pharmanord Chromium - HealthyLiving.ie

Pharmanord Chromium

€16,95 EUR
Chromium is an essential mineral that is needed to our body. It contributes to normal metabolism of carbohydrates, lipids, and proteins. Chromium supports in maintaining normal blood sugar levels as...
Biocare Adreno Complex (formerly AD 206) 60caps - HealthyLiving.ie

Biocare Adreno Complex (formerly AD 206) 60Caps

€20,50 EUR
Supplement designed to help you increase your energy metabolism and reduce tiredness and fatigue. Benefits: Niacin, vitamin C, vitamin B6 and pantothenic acid contribute to normal energy-yielding metabolism and contribute...
Patrick Holford Cinnachrome - HealthyLiving.ie

Patrick Holford Cinnachrome

€22,50 EUR
Cinnachrome combines chromium picolinate and Cinnulin PF, a concentrated extract of cinnamon.  This product is suitable for those following a low GL diet. Benefits: Niacin (vitamin B3) is an essential...
Terra Nova Chromium 200ug Complex Veg Caps - Healthy Living

Terra Nova Chromium 200ug Complex Veg Caps

From €14,25 EUR
 Terra Nova Chromium 200ug Complex Chromium is an essential nutrient in the body that is depleted from foods by processing and refining. Benefits of taking Terra Nova Chromium 200ug: Stabilised...
Biocare Nutrisorb Chromium 15ml - HealthyLiving.ie

Biocare Nutrisorb Chromium 15ml

€26,50 EUR
Nutrisorb Chromium is a very bio-available yeast-free, liquid form of chromium providing 220mcg elemental chromium in a purified water base. Chromium helps to contribute to the maintenance of normal c...
NHP Blood Sugar (Glucose) Support 90 Vegan Capsules - Healthy Living

NHP Blood Sugar (Glucose) Support 90 Vegan Capsules

€43,95 EUR
NHP Blood Sugar (Glucose) Support 90 Vegan Capsules NHP Blood Sugar (Glucose) Support 90 Capsules is used to balance blood glucose levels. It works to support the maintenance of normal...
Biocare Nutrisorb Trace Minerals 15ml - HealthyLiving.ie

Biocare Nutrisorb Trace Minerals 15ml

€28,50 EUR
Combination of trace minerals that helps maintain strong immune system, normal thyroid function, helps hair and nails grow, protects cells from oxidative damage.Benefits: This is a very absorb-able liquid formulation...
 

 

What is Chromium?

Chromium is an essential nutrient that your body needs every day. Chromium is involved in the metabolism of glucose and the synthesis of cholesterol, fats and protein.

Chromium Deficiency

Lack of chromium may lead to Chromium deficiency, which is extremely common, can lead to fatigue, glucose intolerance, Syndrome X, poor protein metabolism and increased risk to coronary artery disease, occurring nerve problems and may decrease the body's ability to use sugar properly.

Dietary sources

Chromium is found in various foods, including brewer's yeast, particularly yeast grown in chromium-rich soil, is a rich dietary source of chromium, calf liver and wheat germ, organ meats, mushroom, oatmeal, prunes, nuts, asparagus, and whole grains and cereals.

Benefits Chromium

Chromium is essential to maintain stable blood sugar levels by helping insulin do its work, and so can be helpful for people with diabetes and hypoglycaemia.

Chromium has also been used successfully to control blood cholesterol, and it promotes the loss of fat and increases lean muscle tissue.

Chromium supplements are used to prevent or treat chromium deficiency.

The body needs chromium for normal growth and health.

Some of the top chromium health benefits are:  Monitors the blood sugar; Aids metabolism; Reduces food cravings; Regulates fat and cholesterol; Prevents hypertension

Chromium helps metabolize carbohydrates. It monitors blood sugar levels, and helps stabilize blood sugar. It can also prevent hypertension or high blood pressure. Although trials are still being conducted, chromium compounds are considered helpful in preventing memory loss and in treating Alzheimer’s disease.

Some studies have shown, that chromium supplementation may increase longevity and help prevent osteoporosis.

Note: Diabetics and anyone with Hypoglycemia. Use only under physician's supervision. If you are pregnant, nursing, taking any medications or have a medical condition please consult your healthcare practitioner before taking any dietary supplements. Keep out of reach of children.

Chromium Supplements  

There are few types of Chromium available on the market.  A small selection can be seen below.