Chromium

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Trace mineral that enhances insulin sensitivity

We rank Chromium by price per 40mcg - not by pack size - so a bigger tub with a worse price per dose can't outrank a smaller one that's actually cheaper.

What it is

Chromium is a trace mineral, which means it is a nutrient the human body only needs in very small amounts to function correctly. It is primarily known for its role in enhancing insulin sensitivity, which is the body's ability to respond effectively to the hormone insulin to manage blood sugar levels.

Why it's used

It is used as a supplement to help the body process carbohydrates, fats, and proteins more efficiently. By improving how insulin works, it is often taken by people looking to support stable blood glucose levels.

How it's made

To create the supplement, chromium is combined with other elements to create a stable compound that the body can absorb, as pure chromium is not used. This resulting powder is then measured and packed into capsules or pressed into tablets for sale.

What it typically costs

Chromium is generally mid-range in price. This is because while the raw mineral is not excessively rare, the process of refining it into a safe, bioavailable form for human consumption requires specific manufacturing standards.

Dosage by purpose

PurposeTypical studied doseEvidence
weight loss in overweight and obese individuals50 to 1,000 microgramsemerging
glycemic control and insulin sensitivity in people with diabetes or insulin resistance1.28 to 1,000 microgramsemerging
reducing serum triglycerides in women with PCOS200 micrograms per daylimited
  1. https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC10710855 (PubMed)
  2. https://ods.od.nih.gov/factsheets/Chromium-HealthProfessional (Other)
  3. https://ods.od.nih.gov/pubs/conferences/chromium_diabetes.html (Other)
  4. https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC4169208 (PubMed)

How Suppio ranks

Suppio matches identical products across UK retailers by barcode, then ranks by price per active dose rather than sticker price. Value rankings only ever include listings Suppio has independently verified against the live retailer page - unverified data is shown on each product’s own page but excluded from ranking.

Prices across our retailer network are refreshed at least daily.

FAQ

What is Chromium?

Trace mineral that enhances insulin sensitivity

How does Suppio calculate the best-value Chromium?

We rank Chromium by price per 40mcg - not by pack size - so a bigger tub with a worse price per dose can't outrank a smaller one that's actually cheaper.

Are these prices verified?

Suppio matches identical products across UK retailers by barcode, then ranks by price per active dose rather than sticker price. Value rankings only ever include listings Suppio has independently verified against the live retailer page - unverified data is shown on each product’s own page but excluded from ranking.

How often are Chromium prices updated?

Prices across our retailer network are refreshed at least daily.

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