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Chromium Picolinate - Feed Ingredient

Chromium picolinate is a compound consisting of trivalent chromium bound to picolinic acid, a form used to enhance chromium’s bioavailability in the body. It appears as a reddish-pink crystalline powder and is used in animal nutrition as a source of supplemental chromium.

In equine nutrition, chromium picolinate is included in certain supplements to support glucose metabolism and insulin sensitivity, particularly in horses with metabolic concerns such as insulin resistance or equine metabolic syndrome. Chromium is a trace element that plays a role in carbohydrate and lipid metabolism, although horses require only minute amounts.

The following equine feeds, supplements and products contain Chromium Picolinate as an ingredient.

Feeds, Supplements & Products
Arizona Copper Complete (Horse Tech)
HealthHealth
Mineral BalanceMineral Balance
Ration BalancerRation Balancer
VitaminsVitamins
Arizona Copper Complete is a vitamin and mineral supplement for horses containing copper and other trace minerals in an organic amino acid complex. The supplement also provides vitamins and amino acids in a milled flax base.
Game Changer Plus (OE Nutraceuticals)
AntioxidantAntioxidant
ImmunityImmunity
JointsJoints
MuscleMuscle
Game Changer Plus by OE Nutraceuticals is a powdered supplement designed to support joint and muscle health by helping to reduce inflammation.
Low Non-Structural Carbohydrate Feed (LMF Horse Feeds)
Amino AcidAmino Acid
Low NSC FeedsLow NSC Feeds
Mineral BalanceMineral Balance
VitaminsVitamins
This feed from LMF Horse Feeds contains low levels of starch and sugar. It is a pelleted feed that is meant to provide minerals, vitamins, amino acids, and omega fatty acids.
Tie Free TMC Powder (Peak Performance Nutrients)
ExerciseExercise
GrowthGrowth
MuscleMuscle
RecoveryRecovery
Tie Free TMC Powder is a sodium bicarbonate free electrolyte supplement that supports replenishment of glycogen stores, muscle recovery, and muscles prone to tying up. It contains potassium chloride, potassium carbonate, and magnesium sulphate.

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