OrgaVitaz-Cr is a natural form of organic certified mineral supplements standardized for 0.5% Chromium.  Basil, Parsley, Paprica and Laver are the best vegan sources of Chromium. Every 100 gm of freeze dried basil offers 70-85 mcg of chromium.

Chromium Types

Chromium in basil leaf proteins are one of the best natural sources, since chromium is biologically active as part of an oligopeptide. Secondly, organic acid Chromium (III) salts like gluconates, ascorbates, tartrates, citrate, glycolate, malate, acetate, etc.

Chromium is an essential mineral that is not made by the body and must be obtained from the diet. Chromium referred to as glucose tolerance factor (GTF) because of the vital role it plays in the metabolism of sugar for energy, reduces total body fat and increases muscle mass, making chromium an important supplement for all.

Dose

100mg of OrgaVitaz-Cr offers 100% RDA of Chromium from all natural Basil leaves.

Biological Function

Chromium is important in the metabolism of fats and carbohydrates. Chromium stimulates fatty acid and cholesterol synthesis, which are important for brain function and other body processes. Chromium is also important in the breakdown (metabolism) of insulin.

The considerable quantities of chromium (III) reveal in nucleic acids. It influences on their metabolism, replication and transcription. The ion decreases the content of corticosteroids in plasma and increases the functional activity of immune system of organism.

Health Benefits

• Chromium supplements might help to control type 2 diabetes or the glucose and insulin responses.
• Chromium works directly on the cell membrane. It is essential for amino acid transport, normal glucose metabolism, insulin metabolism, fatty acid metabolism and muscle growth.