Types of Chromium

Dr. McLeod

I have just started taking chromium that I purchased from Bio-Recovery.  On the lable it says 1 capsule contains: chromium (chromemate) 200mcg & chromium (chelavite)  200mcg.  Both names listed in brackets show as registered trademarks. I’m really just wondering if this is similar or the same formulation as what you recomend.  I ordered this chromium before finding your info. I want to try the formulation that you’ve had the most success with and if this isn’t comparible, I’d rather go out and get what you suggest.

Thank you, C

Dear C

I am familiar with Chromemate which is chromium bound (chelated) to niacin.  I have given it to patients and it is an effective preparation.  However, the niacin causes some people to feel flushed and dizzy.

I am not familiar with chromium chelavite.

The preparation I have most confidence in is Iceland Health Chromax. You can purchase it a WalMart.

Thank you for your question. Please let me know the results

Malcolm McLeod, MD