A patented ingredient created by Nutrition 21, Chromax is actually a form of chromium known to promote greater results than the original. Now chromium by itself has actually been shown to control blood sugar, and when combined in the proper amounts, usually about 200mcg, with garcinia cambogia and gymnema sylvestre, chromium has been known to promote greater fat burning and weight loss without any stimulants used. This being said, if even one of these pieces is missing, it does not work. But in terms of Chromax, it makes this original ingredient more powerful showing more potential both by itself and in certain combinations. It has been used in insulin resistant populations, and with Chromax, you actually get a formula that can be used in a wide range of individuals and formulas in general. So if used correctly, it can definitely multiply other possibilities.