Chromium is an essential trace mineral that is significantly reduced in the American diet due to the overprocessing of our foods. One capsule provides 170% of the daily value. Chromium is an essential mineral that works with insulin to help the body maintain healthy blood glucose levels and plays an important role in the proper utilization of protein, fat and carbohydrates. Chromium, in a form called chromium picolinate, has been studied for its potential role in altering body composition. Preliminary research in animals and humans¹ suggested that chromium picolinate increases fat loss and promotes a gain in lean muscle tissue. Double-blind research has also reported a reduction in body fat² and body weight³ in people given 400mcg of chromium (as chromium picolinate) per day for three months.*