Chromium Picolinate is a mineral found commonly in cheese, yeast, whole grain food, and some liver meats, first discovered as an aid to insulin functioning in the 1950s. Evidence of its stabilizing effect on insulin has led to diet companies claiming it can help dieters lose weight, and is commonly sold today as part of a diet supplement or as a separate supplement.
Gaining increased popularity in the United States, this supplement has been touted a miracle mineral, one advertised to have myriad effects including weight loss, mood enhancement, energy promotion, increase in life span, and even the prevention of acne.
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When foods are processed, they are stripped of natural chromium, making American diets generally very low in chromium; studies estimate an average daily chromium consumption of 33 mcg, I would recommend 600 mcg to 800 mcg.
It has been demonstrated that when animals do not receive adequate levels of chromium, insulin is not optimally effective, and damage to insulin-dependent systems can occur.
Improved insulin efficiency causes an increase in the production of seratonin, which subsequently reduces appetite. Chromium can regulate the fat-production processes in the body, preventing excess fat from forming. Chromium somehow works to increase sensitivity of insulin receptors.
Chromium picolinate will help the dieter burn calories and control their appetite while reducing undesirable body fat. Chromium picolinate will increase and even tone lean muscle mass during the weight loss process. Any questions, read the book below.