Overview
Insulin-mimetic trace element.
- Whole foods (leafy greens, legumes, nuts, seeds, seafood, animal proteins)
- Fortified foods such as cereals, breads, plant milks, and table salt
- Mineral supplements as chelates, citrates, glycinates, or inorganic salts
- Chelated form (glycinate, bisglycinate, citrate, malate)
- Inorganic salt (oxide, sulfate, chloride)
- Liquid ionic solution
- Topical or transdermal preparation
Mechanism of action
Inhibits PTP1B; insulin receptor potentiation.
- · Inhibits PTP1B
- · insulin receptor potentiation
Effects on the body
Organ system effects
Evidence-based benefits
May improve insulin sensitivity
Moderate evidencePotential side effects
- · GI upset
- · Renal concerns
Drug interactions
Supplement interactions
- A high-quality multivitaminCovers micronutrient cofactors that support most supplement pathways.
- Omega-3 (EPA/DHA)Foundational anti-inflammatory support that complements most regimens.
No specific avoidances listed.
Dosing & bioavailability
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Improved hepatic and peripheral insulin sensitivity.
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