Solgar Chromium Picolinate is a dietary supplement in tablets, with 100mcg of chromium per tablet, which corresponds to 250% of the Reference Dietary Intake. The chromium is in its trivalent, picolinic form, with the proprietary ingredient Chromax®. The package contains 90 tablets, i.e. three months with one tablet per day. The composition is declared vegan, gluten-free and lactose-free, with kosher certification.
It is aimed at adults who want to consistently cover their chromium intake, people who follow a diet with limited variety of foods, and those who prefer an economical, three-month scheme of one tablet per day.
Chromium occurs in nature in various forms, but only the trivalent form is relevant to nutrition. It is the form found in foods, in broccoli, whole grain cereals, meat and dried fruits, and the only one used in supplements. The weak form is industrial pollution and has no relation to dietary formulations.
In this product, chromium is bound to picolinic acid, forming a chelate complex. Chelation means that the metal ion is surrounded by an organic molecule, which accompanies it on its journey through the digestive tract. The practical result is that the metal remains soluble and does not interact as easily with other food components. Dietary needs for chromium are small, in the microgram range, but intake drops when the diet is based on processed foods, since refined processing removes much of the chromium from cereals.
According to the product presentation by Solgar, the formulation is associated with the following:
The above statements are attributed to the manufacturer and the first two correspond to approved health claims for chromium. The product does not make any claim of curbing sugar cravings, weight loss or managing a diagnosed condition.
With 100mcg of chromium per tablet, i.e. 250% of the Reference Dietary Intake, the quantity exceeds the significant amount threshold, so the following approved claims apply:
These are the only two approved claims for chromium in the European Union. Any other statements circulating, for weight loss, cravings or diabetes management, are not approved and do not apply to the product.
It suits adults with a diet based on processed foods and refined cereals, where chromium intake is lower. It suits people following a diet program with their dietitian and wanting to cover their trace elements. It suits those who exercise regularly and monitor their energy metabolism. It also suits vegans and vegetarians, as the composition contains no animal-derived ingredients.
It is a dietary supplement, not a medicine. It does not replace medical diagnosis or medication. Diabetes and any sugar disorder are monitored by a doctor, and treatment is never modified without his guidance.
Main ingredients per tablet: Chromium [as picolinic (trivalent), Chromax®] 100mcg, 250% of the Reference Dietary Intake.
Other ingredients: Bulking agents (dicalcium phosphate, microcrystalline cellulose), anti-caking agent (magnesium stearate), cellulose gum with cross-linked polymers.
Free from: sugar, starch, yeast, wheat, soy, gluten, dairy, preservatives, sweeteners, artificial flavors or colors. Vegan, vegetarian, lactose-free, kosher.
Form: tablet.
Recommended dosage: Adults, one tablet per day, preferably with a meal.
With one tablet per day, the 90-tablet package covers approximately three months of use. Do not exceed the recommended daily dosage. Dietary supplements should not be used as a substitute for a balanced diet.
The product is not intended for pregnant and breastfeeding women. People with diabetes or hypoglycemia should use it only under medical supervision, as their overall sugar picture is monitored. If you are taking other medication or have a health condition, consult a doctor or pharmacist before use. Keep the product in a cool and dry place, out of reach of children.
That the chromium is bound to picolinic acid, forming a chelate complex. It is the most common form of chromium in supplements.
No. Here it is trivalent chromium, the form found in foods. The weak form is industrial pollution and is not used in supplements.
There is no approved claim for this. The only approved claims are for the metabolism of macronutrients and the maintenance of normal blood glucose levels.
Only under medical supervision, as stated by the manufacturer. Your treatment is not modified without your doctor.
The manufacturer's nutritional table states 100mcg, i.e. 100 micrograms, per tablet. This is the amount that applies.
One tablet per day, preferably with a meal.
Approximately 90 days, i.e. three months, with one tablet per day.
* Health claims approved under Regulation (EC) 1924/2006. The product is not intended for the prevention, treatment or cure of a human disease.
Main ingredients per tablet: Chromium [as picolinate (trivalent), Chromax®] 100mcg, 250% of the Recommended Dietary Allowance.
Other ingredients: Bulking agents (dibasic phosphate, microcrystalline cellulose), anti-caking agent (vegetable magnesium stearate), cellulose gum with crosslinked cellulose.
Free from: sugar, starch, yeast, wheat, soy, gluten, dairy, preservatives, sweeteners, artificial flavors or colors. Vegan, vegetarian, lactose-free, kosher.
Form: tablet.
Recommended dosage: Adults, one tablet daily, preferably with a meal.
With one tablet per day, the 90 tablet package covers approximately three months of use. Do not exceed the recommended daily dosage. Dietary supplements should not be used as a substitute for a balanced diet.
The product is not intended for pregnant and breastfeeding women. People with diabetes or hypoglycemia should only use it under medical supervision. If you are taking any other medication or have a health problem, consult a doctor or pharmacist before use. Keep the product in a cool and dry place, away from children.
