Supplement
Chromium
A trace mineral supplement that may support healthy blood sugar and insulin sensitivity.
📊 How it ranks (our editor score) — 63/100Tap to see the breakdown
🌱 What it is
Chromium is a trace mineral found in small amounts in food and taken as a supplement, often as chromium picolinate or polynicotinate, to support glucose metabolism.
✨ Why it's good for you
- May support healthy insulin sensitivity
- Widely available as an inexpensive daily supplement
- Generally well tolerated at recommended doses
🥄 How to use it
Take 200-1,000 mcg of chromium (picolinate or polynicotinate form) daily with food, or as directed on the label. Discuss dosage with your doctor if you take diabetes medication.
How much: 200-1,000 mcg daily; many products provide 200 mcg per capsuleDried, powdered herb packed into a swallowable shell for a measured dose. How to make a capsule →. As directed on the product label.
Why it works: Chromium is part of the body's glucose tolerance factor and may help insulin work more efficiently, supporting healthy blood sugar regulation.
⚠️ Cautions
- Can enhance the effect of insulin and diabetes medications, raising the risk of low blood sugar — use only with medical supervision if you take these drugs.
- High doses over long periods have rarely been linked to kidney issues; stick to label directions.
- Not a substitute for prescribed diabetes treatment.
📚 What others say
- Natural Remedies Encyclopedia (7th ed.)
🕊️ A word of encouragement
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