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Dual-Source Chromium
by Douglas Labs
90 Capsules

Supports Healthy Glucose Metabolism*

Our Price: $12.10

Dual Source Chromium, produced by Douglas Laboratories, supplies 300 mcg of dietary chromium in two highly bioavailable forms, chromium polynicotinate and chromium picolinate.*

Chromium is an essential trace mineral that potentiates insulin action and thus influences carbohydrate, protein, and fat metabolism. The biologically active form of chromium, sometimes called glucose tolerance factor (GTF), occurs naturally in brewers yeast. GTF has been proposed to be a complex of chromium, nicotinic acid (vitamin B-3), and possibly the amino acids glycine, cysteine and glutamic acid. Although many attempts have been made to isolate or synthesize GTF, none have been entirely successful. Adequate chromium nutrition is essential for the formation of GTF and subsequent control of blood glucose levels. Studies have shown that chromium may be useful for the maintenance of healthy blood sugar.*

Chromium appears to act by increasing insulin binding, insulin receptor numbers and rate of insulin receptor phosphorylation. Chromium absorption is typically less than 2% efficient and variable depending on its chemical form. Both chromium picolinate and chromium polynicotinate are highly bioavailable forms that can be retained in tissues anywhere from 2 to 8 times better than chromium chloride.*

The typical chromium intake from one's diet can vary considerably depending on eating habits. Meats and unrefined whole grain cereal products especially bran, are good sources of chromium. However, most self-selected diets contain less than 50 mcg per day, which is below the minimum of the Estimated Safe and Adequate Daily Dietary Intake, established by the National Research Council, Food and Nutrition Board.*

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This is a Special Order Product. We stock this in low quantities, due to low-to-moderate sales volume. If the product is on hand, we will ship immediately. If we are out of stock at the time of your order, we will order directly from the manufacturer, on your behalf. This could add an additional 2 to 5 business days to your delivery time.

Supplement Facts Serving Size: One (1) Capsule Servings Per Container: 90

	Amount Per Serving	Daily Value
Chromium (From Chromax***) Chromium Polynicotinate and Chromium Picolinate	300 mcg	250%

***Chromax is a trademark of Nutrition 21.

** Daily Value Not Established. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

Other Ingredients

Cellulose, Gelatin Capsule, Stearates (Vegetable Source)

Suggested Use

As a dietary supplement, one (1) capsule daily with meals, or more as directed by physician.

Warnings

Keep out of reach of children. ... Store in a cool, dry place, away from direct light.

Allergen Info

This product contains NO yeast, wheat gluten, soy protein, milk/dairy, corn, sodium, sugar, starch, artificial coloring, preservatives or flavoring.

Applicable Functions

Blood Sugar Balance, Glucose Metabolism, Metabolism

Related Structure Groups

Blood, Glucose, Metabolism Function

REFERENCES

Anderson RA. Chromium, glucose intolerance and diabetes. J Am Coll Nutr 1998;17:548-55.

Anderson RA, Bryden NA, Polansky MM. Lack of toxicity of chromium chloride and chromium picolinate in rats. J Am Coll Nutr 1997;16:273-9.

Anderson RA, Cheng N, Bryden NA, et al. Elevated intakes of supplemental chromium improve glucose and insulin variables in individuals with type 2 diabetes. Diabetes 1997;46:1786-91.

Bahadori B, Wallner S, Schneider H, et al. [Effect of chromium yeast and chromium picolinate on body composition of obese, nondiabetic patients during and after a formula diet]. Acta Med Austriaca 1997;24:185-7.

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