Chromium Picolinate Health Benefits, Properties, and Uses

Chromium picolinate, also known as Brewer’s yeast, is the essential mineral chromium combined with picolinic acid and is available as a dietary supplement. The mineral chromium is only needed in the body in trace amounts and can come from foods like broccoli, tomatoes and garlic.^1,2

Chromium Picolinate Health Uses and Health Benefits

The primary benefit of Chromium picolinate is for treating a chromium deficiency, which occurs in populations not receiving enough chromium in their diet. Many elderly people and diabetics don’t receive enough chromium in their diet, which is why chromium picolinate supplements are given to people with type 2 diabetes. Chromium picolinate supplements are also shown to help prevent high cholesterol and heart disease.^1,2

References

1. https://www.livestrong.com/article/458815-benefits-of-chromium-picolinate/
2. https://articles.mercola.com/vitamins-supplements/chromium.aspx