Thorne Research, Ultrachrome 500 (60 Caps)

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UltraChrome-500 Thorne's patented chromium complex patented chromium formula shown to provide the highest tissue levels of chromium* available only from Thorne Research supports already normal blood glucose levels* UltraChrome is Thorne's patented chromium product, consisting of chromium arginate and chromium 4-oxopyridine, 2,6-dicarboxylate. Compared to other chromium compounds, including chromium picolinate, this combination of chromium chelates appears to have the highest bioavailability.*In anin vitrostudy testing glucose uptake by adipocytes, chromium 4-oxopyridine, 2,6-dicarboxylate chelidamate was shown to have the highest tissue levels and biopotency.* Chromium arginate was the most effective at enhancing the action of insulin at the cellular level.*Chromium is an essential nutrient for human life and is widely distributed in small quantities in food; however, the refining of flour and sugar has depleted chromium levels in many foods. Metabolic stress, strenuous exercise, and pregnancy can all increase chromium needs.* Studies suggest adequate chromium intake supports already normal blood glucose levels, insulin sensitivity, and sperm count.* Ingredients One Capsule Contains:Chromium (as Chromium Chelidamate Arginate)*500 mcg. Other Ingredients:Microcrystalline Cellulose, Hypromellose (derived from cellulose) capsule, Leucine, Silicon Dioxide.*Thorne's trade name for Chromium (4 oxopyridine,2,6-dicarboxylate, arginate) is UltraChrome. Its use in this product is protected by U.S. Patent No. 5,665,385. Suggested Use:Take 1 capsule one to two times daily or as recommended by a health-care practitioner. Tags: UltraChrome 500