GTF Chromium Complex
GTF or Glucose Tolerance Factor chromium was first isolated in brewer's yeast. This trivalent form was found to consist of chromium, vitamin B3 (nicotinic acid) and three amino acids. Other forms of chromium containing vitamin B3 (chromium polynicotinate), amino acids, yeast or other organic chelates such picolinic acid maximise bioavailability. Trivalent chromium has been shown to potentiate insulin and thereby influence carbohydrate, lipid and protein metabolism. Chromium is noted for its beneficial effects in weight control, type 2 diabetes, and reducing elevated blood fats (cholesterol, triglycerides).
Chromium
- BLOOD SUGAR CONTROL - Chromium has been found to be effective in cases of both hyper and hypoglycaemia. Chromium works closely with insulin in facilitating the uptake of glucose into cells. Without chromium, insulin's action is blocked and blood sugar levels are elevated. Chromium deficiency is common in Non-Insulin-Dependent Diabetes Mellitus (type 2 diabetes).
- CHOLESTEROL REGULATION - Supplementing the diet of NIDDM patients with chromium has been shown to decrease fasting glucose levels, improve glucose tolerance, lower insulin levels, and decrease cholesterol and triglyceride levels, whilst increasing HDL cholesterol levels. Chromium has been found to lower blood lipids in non-diabetic patients (this effect is most notable in those with sub-optimal chromium status).
- WEIGHT CONTROL - Research has shown that overweight individuals engaged in a modest diet-exercise regimen supplementing with 600mcg chromium daily for two months resulted in significant loss of fat and sparing of muscle compared to placebo. Chromium is an effective weight management aid because of its ability to regulate blood sugar levels, thereby reducing sugar cravings.
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