Carb Block with Chromium

Description

How do carb blockers work?

Carb blockers work by inhibiting the enzyme alpha-amylase that breaks down and digests complex carbohydrates. Simple carbohydrates are those found naturally in foods such as dairy and fruit. Complex carbohydrates however, are those commonly found in starchy foods such as bread, pasta, rice and potatoes and are molecularly made up of many simple carbs linked together in a chain. These complex carbs have to be broken down into glucose by enzymes before they are then absorbed and used or the excess stored as fat.

When you take a carb blocker though, the enzyme is temporarily blocked, allowing the complex carbohydrates to pass through your system undigested. This means that the complex carbohydrates are not converted into glucose and therefore not stored as fat. They also do not contribute any calories or raise blood sugar levels. It still allows though for the ‘good’ simple carbohydrates to be digested properly so you still receive the benefit and nutrition of the ‘good’ carbs, but not the ‘bad’ ones.

Some may think then that if they begin taking a carb blocker supplement that they can eat as many complex carbs as they like. Taking a carb blocker supplement doesn’t allow you to overindulge on carbohydrates, but it does allow you to manage and control your carbohydrate intake as well as allow you to have the occasional treat without the guilt.

Whats Chromium ?

Chromium enables insulin to function normally and helps the body process (metabolise) carbohydrates and fats. Picolinate, a by-product of the amino acid tryptophan, is paired with chromium in supplements because it helps the body absorb chromium more efficiently. It has been suggested to promote weight loss, build muscle, reduce body fat, and enhance the function of insulin. It may lower levels of cholesterol and triglycerides. A few small studies show promising results and I have used liquid chromium picolinate in the past with good results on losing body fat.

1. Helps Control Blood Sugar and Prevent Diabetes

2. Helps Reduce High Cholesterol

3. May Help Prevent Weight Gain and Overeating

4. Helps Maintain Brain Health and Fight Cognitive Decline

5. May Help Improve Skin Health and Prevent Acne

6. Supports a Healthy Metabolism and Energy Levels

7. Helps Maintain Eye Health

8. Helps Protect Bones From Fractures and Osteoporosis

Ingredients –

• White Kidney Bean Extract is a carb blocker that works to inhibit the digestion of starches to help reduce the amount of carbohydrates that are digested
• Chromium is a mineral the body uses to help with digestion. It also helps with turning fats, carbohydrates and proteins into useful energy.