The drug "Chromium Picolinate" is included in the group of dietary supplements. The basis of the tool is a trace element of chromium, which is in that chemical state, when it can be best absorbed by the human digestive system.
Pharmacological properties of the drug "Chromium Picolinate"
Reviews of patients taking the medicine indicate its effectiveness. One of the functions of the drug is the ability to increase the sensitivity of tissues to the effects of insulin. As a result, blood sugar levels decrease. In addition, when using the drug "Chromium picolinate" reviews indicate that the feeling of hunger is weakened. This fact explains the use of the supplement for overweight, as well as for the second type of diabetes (non-insulin-dependent). There is also an improvement in the state of the nervous, cardiac and vascular systems after a course of taking the drug "Chromium Picolinate."
Doctors' reviews indicate the possibility of taking the supplement along with medications during the treatment of atherosclerosis, obesity, and diabetes. The medication is recommended for the prevention of these ailments. Often, this supplement is taken by athletes who are engaged in bodybuilding.
Form release and use of the drug "Chromium Picolinate"
Reviews of people taking the drug indicate that the supplement should be used simultaneously with food. The medicine is in the form of capsules or drops, both types being effective and distinguished by the method of application. According to the instructions, the preparation “Chromium Picolinate Plus” in drops must be used after preliminary shaking of the bottle. Having measured the required number of drops, they need to be held in the mouth for some time, and then swallowed. Capsules are also taken with meals.
Side effects and contraindications of the drug "Chromium Picolinate"
Reviews indicate that after taking the supplement, an allergy in the form of urticaria can occur. In such cases, the medicine should be discontinued. It is not recommended to use the product for pregnant women, mothers who are breastfeeding, as well as for people who cannot tolerate Chromium Picolinate.
Reviews say that the drug is actively used by the female half. Since drops can relieve cravings for sweets, which is important for people who want to remove excess weight. On the forums you can find reviews of various kinds. Some say that after a two-week course of taking, the passion for flour and sweets really subsided a bit.
Someone completely discouraged the hunt for sweets, some still had only some attachments, for example, to chocolate after applying the “Chromium Picolinate” additive. Reviews of some women report the absence of any changes and after a month of taking the remedy.
Based on the reviews and recommendations of doctors regarding the use of food additives, it can be concluded that they are ambiguous. In any case, before you start taking the drug, you should conduct metabolic studies and get advice from an experienced doctor.