Bluebonnet Nutrition Chromium Picolinate Chelate 200 mcg. - 100 Vcaps Bluebonnet"s Chromium Picolinate 200 mcg. Vcaps provide pure yeast-free chromium in a chelate of picolinic acid. Bluebonnet Nutrition"s Chromium Picolinate Chelate 200 mcg. is available in easy-to-swallow vegetable capsules for maximum assimilation and absorption. Chromium (micromineral) is an essential nutrient required for normal sugar and fat metabolism. It works primarily by augmenting the action of insulin and by stimulating fatty acid and cholesterol synthesis, which are important for brain function and other body processes. Plus, it activates enzymes that drive numerous essential chemical reactions, as well as assisting in nucleic acid metabolism, growth and immune function. MineralsDietary minerals serve a life sustaining function by helping the body to operate properly and remain strong. Minerals build skeletal and soft tissues, as well as regulate processes, such as heartbeat, normal blood clotting, internal fluid pressure, nerve reactions, impulse transmissions, muscle contractions, oxygen transport, acid-base balance to keep the body pH neutral, and enzyme and hormone systems. In addition, dietary minerals make up 60-80% of all the inorganic (non-carbon containing) material in the body, and they fall into two categories: macrominerals and microminerals. There are seven macrominerals, also known as major or bulk minerals: calcium, chloride, magnesium, phosphorus, potassium, sodium and sulfur. They are present in virtually every cell in the body and at least 100 mg of each are needed daily just for normal functioning and well-being. Microminerals, commonly called trace minerals, are required in smaller quantities typically less than 100 mg per day. Still, some are considered "essential" for good nutrition. Essential microminerals include chromium, copper, fluoride, iodine, iron, manganese, molybdenum, selenium and zinc.