Chromium-GTF 200 (250caps) Douglas Labs Chromium GTF 200 250c is available by Douglas Laboratories. HEALTH FUNCTION: Blood Sugar Metabolism Chromium-GTF 200 CHROMEMATE® A Dietary Supplement Douglas Laboratories® 250 Vegetarian Capsules

More Info: ChromeMate®, provided by Douglas Laboratories®, is a trace element supplement that contains chromium bound to nicotinic acid. Each tablet provides 200 mcg of chromium in its non-toxic trivalent form.

ChromeMate may be given orally as a daily supplement for individuals who wish to supplement their intake of chromium or who have a demonstrated need for supplemental chromium in its active form due to dietary deficiency or impaired metabolism.

Chromium is generally accepted as an essential trace mineral that potentiates insulin action and thus influences carbohydrate, protein, and fat metabolism. The biologically active form of chromium, sometimes called glucose tolerance factor (GTF), occurs naturally in brewers yeast. GTF has been proposed to be a complex of chromium, nicotinic acid (vitamin B3), and possibly the amino acids glycine, cysteine, and glutamic acid. Many attempts have been made to isolate or synthesize natural GTF, but none have been entirely successful. The most promising approach to natural GTF is Chromium Polynicotinate, the active form of chromium in ChromeMate.

No other synthetic chromium complex comes as close to natural GTF as Chromium Polynicotinate (niacin-bound chromium) in terms of biological activity and chemical structure. Chromium absorption is typically less than 2% efficient and variable depending on its chemical form. Studies have demonstrated that chromium from ChromeMate has a higher bioavailability than other chromium compounds, such as chromium picolinate or chloride. Tissues retained anywhere from 2 to 8 times more chromium from

ChromeMate compared to Chromium Picolinate or Chromium Chloride. The typical dietary chromium intake in the U.S. can vary considerably depending on eating habits. Meats and unrefined whole grain cereal products, especially bran, are good sources of chromium. However, most self-selected diets contain less than 50 mcg per day, which is below the minimum of the Estimated Safe and Adequate Daily Dietary Intake established by the National Research Council, Food and Nutrition Board. Chromium requirements may be increased with high intake of refined carbohydrates and simple sugars, strenuous physical exercise or work, infection, or physical trauma.

Ingredients: Serving Size: 1 Vegetarian Capsule Servings Per Container: 250

Amount Per Serving Chromium ...200mcg / 167% DV (from Chromium Polynicotinate) CHROMEMATE®

Contains: Cellulose and vegetable stearate

Does Not Contain: yeast, wheat gluten, soy protein, milk/dairy, corn, sodium, sugar, starch, artificial coloring, preservatives or flavoring

ChromeMate is a registered trademark of InterHealth Company.

Dosage: Suggested Usage: As a dietary supplement, adults take 1 capsule daily or as directed by your healthcare professional.

WARNINGS: KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN.

For optimal storage conditions, store in a cool, dry place. (59º - 77º F / 15º - 25º C) (35-65% relative humidity) Tamper resistant package, do not use if outer seal is missing.

Diabetics: Use only under your healthcare professional's supervision.