Of all the ingredients in GlycoBarrier's formula, chromium picolinate has the longest independent research history. Here's a closer look at why.
Chromium is an essential trace mineral involved in how your body processes carbohydrates and fats. It's thought to enhance the action of insulin, the hormone responsible for moving glucose from your bloodstream into your cells.
Multiple studies have looked at chromium supplementation and blood sugar markers, with some showing modest benefits — particularly in people with lower baseline chromium status. Results vary from person to person, and chromium is not a substitute for prescribed diabetes medication.
Chromium picolinate is a common supplemental form because the picolinate compound is thought to support better absorption compared to some other chromium forms — part of why it's the anchor ingredient in GlycoBarrier's formula.