Which supplement has more ingredients: Chromium Picolinate, 200 mcg, 100 Tablets or Chromium Picolinate, 60 Capsules (500 mcg per Capsule)?

21st Century Chromium Picolinate, 200 mcg, 100 Tablets has more active ingredients (2) compared to Thorne Chromium Picolinate, 60 Capsules (500 mcg per Capsule) (1).

21st Century Chromium Picolinate 200 mcg vs Thorne Chromium Picolinate 500 mcg

Q: What is the difference between 21st Century Chromium Picolinate, 200 mcg, 100 Tablets and Thorne Chromium Picolinate, 60 Capsules (500 mcg per Capsule)?

21st Century Chromium Picolinate, 200 mcg, 100 Tablets contains 2 active ingredients, while Thorne Chromium Picolinate, 60 Capsules (500 mcg per Capsule) contains 1 active ingredients. Compare serving sizes, ingredient amounts, and daily values on this page.

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21st Century

Chromium Picolinate, 200 mcg, 100 Tablets

4.7(12,685)·

Chromium is an essential trace mineral and supports the metabolism and storage of carbohydrates, fats, and proteins in the body.

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Thorne

Chromium Picolinate, 60 Capsules (500 mcg per Capsule)

4.8(4,059)·

Essential mineral that supports healthy blood sugar levels and helps lessen carbohydrate cravings. Chromium Picolinate provides the chromium often lacking in daily diets. Studies suggest chromium helps maintain already normal glucose levels and insulin sensitivity and can assist in weight management.

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At a Glance

Verdict

Chromium Picolinate 200 mcg offers a lower dose per serving in a 100-tablet bottle, while Chromium Picolinate 500 mcg provides a higher dose per serving in 60 capsules. The trade-off is between a higher number of servings versus a higher dose per serving.

Who each is for

21st Century Chromium Picolinate 200 mcg

You want a lower per-serving dose (200 mcg) of chromium.
Chromium Picolinate 200 mcg provides 200 mcg per tablet.
Chromium Picolinate 200 mcg comes in a 100-tablet bottle for extended use.
You prefer tablets over capsules.

Thorne Chromium Picolinate 500 mcg

You want a higher per-serving dose (500 mcg) of chromium.
Chromium Picolinate 500 mcg provides 500 mcg per capsule.
Chromium Picolinate 500 mcg comes in a 60-capsule bottle.
You prefer capsules over tablets.

What you get from each

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Ingredient Comparison

Total mg Per Serving

Chromium Picolinate, 200 mcg, 100 Tablets

Chromium Picolinate, 60 Capsules (500 mcg per Capsule)

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0 servings per container

1 shared ingredients

1 only in Chromium Picolinate, 200 mcg, 100 Tablets

0 only in Chromium Picolinate, 60 Capsules (500 mcg per Capsule)

Chromium Picolinate, 200 mcg, 100 Tablets

21st Century · 1 Tablet

Chromium Picolinate, 200 mcg, 100 Tablets

21st Century · 1 Tablet

Ingredient	Amount	DV
Calcium (as Calcium Carbonate)	90 mg	7%
Chromium (as Chromium Picolinate)	200 mcg	571%

† Daily Value not established

Chromium Picolinate, 60 Capsules (500 mcg per Capsule)

Thorne · One Capsule

Chromium Picolinate, 60 Capsules (500 mcg per Capsule)

Thorne · One Capsule

Ingredient	Amount	DV
Chromium (as Chromium Picolinate)	500 mcg	1%

† Daily Value not established

Other Ingredients Analysis

Shared (1)

Analysis of inactive ingredients for dietary restrictions, allergens, and artificial additives.

Thorne Chromium Picolinate, 60 Capsules (500 mcg per Capsule)has a cleaner “other ingredients” profile

Chromium Picolinate, 200 mcg, 100 Tablets

21st Century

Excellent

Other Ingredients

Cellulose, gum acacia, stearic acid, croscarmellose sodium. Contains <2% of: Magnesium stearate, silicon dioxide.

Warnings

Contains magnesium stearate (may not be vegan)3 filler ingredients

Positives

No artificial colors or flavors detectedNo common allergens

Chromium Picolinate, 60 Capsules (500 mcg per Capsule)

Thorne

100

Excellent

Other Ingredients

Microcrystalline cellulose, hypromellose (derived from cellulose) capsule, leucine, silicon dioxide.

Warnings

3 filler ingredients

Positives

Appears vegan-friendlyNo artificial colors or flavors detectedNo common allergens

How Clean Score is Calculated

Each positive: +5 points

Each warning or concern: −10 points

Serving Information

Detail	Chromium Picolinate, 200 mcg, 100 Tablets	Chromium Picolinate, 60 Capsules (500 mcg per Capsule)
Serving Size	1 Tablet	One Capsule
Servings Per Container	—	—
Package Quantity	100 count	60 count

Certifications & Claims

Chromium Picolinate, 200 mcg, 100 Tablets

Gluten-FreeNon-GMO

Chromium Picolinate, 60 Capsules (500 mcg per Capsule)

Gluten-Free

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21st Century Chromium Picolinate 200 mcg vs Thorne Chromium Picolinate 500 mcg

Chromium Picolinate, 200 mcg, 100 Tablets

Chromium Picolinate, 60 Capsules (500 mcg per Capsule)

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Verdict

Who each is for

21st Century Chromium Picolinate 200 mcg

Thorne Chromium Picolinate 500 mcg

What you get from each

At a Glance

Ingredient Comparison

Total mg Per Serving

Chromium Picolinate, 200 mcg, 100 Tablets

Chromium Picolinate, 200 mcg, 100 Tablets

Chromium Picolinate, 60 Capsules (500 mcg per Capsule)

Chromium Picolinate, 60 Capsules (500 mcg per Capsule)

Other Ingredients Analysis

Chromium Picolinate, 200 mcg, 100 Tablets

Chromium Picolinate, 60 Capsules (500 mcg per Capsule)

Serving Information

Certifications & Claims

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At a Glance

Verdict

Who each is for

21st Century Chromium Picolinate 200 mcg

Thorne Chromium Picolinate 500 mcg

What you get from each

21st Century Chromium Picolinate 200 mcg

Thorne Chromium Picolinate 500 mcg

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