GTF Chromium 200 mcg by Solaray is derived from Organically Bound, Trivalent Chromium Yeast with Glucose Tolerance Factor. Since the best source of chromium is true brewers yeast Solaray GTF Chromium provides the purest, most nutritional chromium possible. Chromium is an essential trace mineral that helps the body maintain normal blood sugar levels. Research has found that chromium supplementation also improves glucose tolerance in people with Turners syndrome�€�€�a disease linked with glucose intolerance. Chromium alsos play a role in increasing HDL (the �€�good�€� cholesterol), yet lowering overall cholesterol levels. Chromium Picolinate increases fat loss and lean muscle tissue gain. Research has shown reduction in body fat and body weight in people given 400 mcg of chromium picolinate per day for three months.