Mineral
Chromium Picolinate
Also known as: Chromium, GTF chromium
Trace mineral for insulin sensitivity and blood sugar regulation. Popular for carb cravings.
Daily target & upper limit
35 mcg / dayChromium Picolinate has an established daily reference intake. See best forms, label synonyms, upper-limit warnings, and top-scoring supplements:
Chromium Picolinate dosage reference →Primary uses
- Blood sugar support
- Insulin sensitivity
- Carb cravings
How it works
- Enhances insulin receptor sensitivity
- Involved in chromodulin
Dosage
- Typical range
- 200-1000 mcg daily
- Timing
- With meals
- With food
- Yes, with carbs
- Duration
- Safe long-term
- Special populations
- Diabetics monitor blood sugar
Forms
- Chromium picolinate
- Chromium polynicotinate
Safety
Common side effects
- Well tolerated
Contraindications
- None
Products containing Chromium Picolinate
Top-scoring supplements in our catalog that list Chromium Picolinate on the label. Each product is graded on Formulate's ingredient-level rubric — dose accuracy, form, transparency, and third-party testing.
Known interactions
Evidence notes
Modest but consistent blood sugar benefits
Grade B: Some human trials support key claims; further confirmation needed.
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