What is chromium?
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Dr. Mehmet Oz answered:Having problems with your blood sugar? Then you may be chromium deficient. Chromium is an essential trace element that plays a role in blood sugar metabolism by enhancing insulin’s effects and assisting in the thousands of necessary chemical reactions that occur in your body. Some studies have also suggested that it may help you gain muscle and lose fat.
Chromium is naturally found in small amounts in foods like broccoli, romaine lettuce and meat. One of the strongest sources of chromium is whole grains; however, after grains are processed into foods like white bread or white rice, the majority of the chromium is lost.Having problems with your blood sugar? Then you may be chromium deficient. Chromium is an essential trace element that plays a role in blood sugar metabolism by enhancing insulin’s effects and assisting in the thousands of necessary chemical... More -
Stacy Wiegman answered:Chromium is a naturally occurring mineral needed in very small amounts by humans as part of a healthy diet. The daily Adequate Intake (AI) for chromium is very low. The AI for a man between the ages of 18 and 50 is only 35 micrograms a day. For a woman between the ages of 18 and 50, the AI is only 25 micrograms a day.
Chromium is a naturally occurring mineral needed in very small amounts by humans as part of a healthy diet. The daily Adequate Intake (AI) for chromium is very low. The AI for a man between the ages of 18 and 50 is only 35 micrograms a day. For a... More -
Dr. Ozgen Dogan answered:Chromium is a mineral that has been shown to increase the effects of insulin. It is one of the most popular products being marketed for losing weight. But when we look at the studies, total weight loss is only about two pounds.Chromium is a mineral that has been shown to increase the effects of insulin. It is one of the most popular products being marketed for losing weight. But when we look at the studies, total weight loss is only about two pounds. More -
Chromium is an essential trace element that exists naturally in trivalent and hexavalent states. Trivalent chromium (chromium/Cr III), typically found in foods and supplements, appears to have very low toxicity and a wide margin of safety. Hexavalent chromium (chromic oxide, chromate) is a known toxin and long-term occupational exposure may lead to skin problems, a perforated nasal septum, and lung cancer.
Although chromium has been suggested for many conditions, there is not enough information to make any strong recommendations at this time. Chromium is available in several forms, such as chromium-enriched yeast and chromium picolinate. Chromium has been studied for its short-term and long-term effects. Chromium picolinate is the most studied synthetic chromium product that is commonly promoted for weight loss, although there is a lack of research to support this.
Chromium may alter blood sugar levels, which should be closely monitored in people with diabetes.
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Chromium is an essential trace element that exists naturally in trivalent and hexavalent states. Trivalent chromium (chromium/Cr III), typically found in foods and supplements, appears to have very low toxicity and a wide margin of safety.... More
