Ingredient

Chromium Picolinate

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Source

Not animal-derived

Allergen

Role in food

Chromium picolinate is often added to dietary supplements and some fortified foods, such as …

What it is

Chromium picolinate is a chemical compound that combines chromium, an essential trace mineral, with picolinic acid, an organic compound. It is typically produced through a chemical synthesis process.

Why it's used

Chromium picolinate is often added to dietary supplements and some fortified foods, such as meal replacement shakes and energy bars. It is included to provide a source of chromium, which plays a role in carbohydrate, fat, and protein metabolism.

Health notes

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has not evaluated chromium picolinate for its safety as a food additive, but it is commonly found in dietary supplements. Some research suggests chromium may play a role in blood sugar regulation, but evidence is mixed and more studies are needed. International bodies like the European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) have also reviewed chromium compounds. While generally recognized as safe at typical supplemental doses, high doses may have potential health effects, and research is ongoing.

Allergen info

Chromium picolinate is not derived from any of the nine major allergens recognized by the FDA. It does not contain gluten.

Products containing Chromium Picolinate

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Abbott Laboratories Inc Shake For People With Diabetes, Vanilla Meal Replacement Supplements High in sodium — 391% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 150% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 100% DV per serving 1565kcal 130Protein 69.6Fat 122Carbs Abbott Laboratories Inc Rich Chocolate Hunger Smart Shake Energy, Protein & Muscle Recovery Drinks High in sodium — 391% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 225% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 100% DV per serving 1565kcal 130Protein 69.6Fat 139Carbs Abbott Laboratories Inc Abbott, Glucerna, Advance Shake, Chocolate, Chocolate Energy, Protein & Muscle Recovery Drinks High in sodium — 274% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 150% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 50% DV per serving 2500kcal 125Protein 87.5Fat 338Carbs The Jel Sert Company Low Calorie Vitamin & Mineral Drink Mix, Lemon Lime Sport Drinks 167kcal 0Protein 0Fat 0Carbs The Jel Sert Company Low Calorie Vitamin & Mineral Drink Mix, Lemon Lime Powdered Drinks 167kcal 0Protein 0Fat 0Carbs The Jel Sert Company Low Calorie Vitamin & Mineral Drink Mix, Lemon Lime Sport Drinks 167kcal 0Protein 0Fat 0Carbs

Natural Organics, Inc. High Protein Energy Shake, Natural Tropical Fruit Other Drinks 306kcal 36.1Protein 0Fat 36.1Carbs NeoPro Nutritional Sciences, LLC Protein Drink, Orange Other Drinks 24kcal 2.0Protein 0Fat 4.1Carbs Winworld Hi-Tech Development, Inc. Right Size, Smoothie, Lean Cocoa Bean, Lean Cocoa Bean Weight Control 345kcal 24.1Protein 10.3Fat 44.8Carbs Nutrisystem, Inc. Chocolate Peanut Butter Bars Snack, Energy & Granola Bars 400kcal 26.7Protein 17.8Fat 40Carbs Winworld Hi-Tech Development, Inc. Right Size, Hunger Smashing Smoothie Energy, Protein & Muscle Recovery Drinks 345kcal 24.1Protein 10.3Fat 51.7Carbs Fuze Beverage LLC Fuze, Low Calorie Slenderize, Strawberry, Melon, Strawberry, Melon Fruit & Vegetable Juice, Nectars & Fruit Drinks 3kcal 0Protein 0Fat 0.6Carbs

Last updated: September 28, 2026

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