What does following a gluten-free diet mean? That you're embarking on an easy diet with a wide range of health-promoting effects. Instead of dwelling on what you’re giving up, consider that you’re going to enjoy a whole new world of delicious food options to meet your special dietary needs. You’ll be eating seasonally, choosing more fresh fruits and vegetables, focusing on meats, seafood, poultry, legumes, lentils, corn, and rice, and discovering fascinating ancient grains such as quinoa, amaranth, and millet. You’ll be able to eat potatoes, eggs, most cheeses, even chocolate (!)—and enjoy them without guilt because you’ll be taking good care of your body. In fact, you’ll probably end up eating—and feeling—better than ever!
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Chromium is an essential trace mineral that helps the body maintain normal blood sugar levels.
Our proprietary “Star-Rating” system was developed to help you easily understand the amount of scientific support behind each supplement in relation to a specific health condition. While there is no way to predict whether a vitamin, mineral, or herb will successfully treat or prevent associated health conditions, our unique ratings tell you how well these supplements are understood by the medical community, and whether studies have found them to be effective for other people.
For over a decade, our team has combed through thousands of research articles published in reputable journals. To help you make educated decisions, and to better understand controversial or confusing supplements, our medical experts have digested the science into these three easy-to-follow ratings. We hope this provides you with a helpful resource to make informed decisions towards your health and well-being.
Used for | Amount | Why |
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Hypoglycemia | 200 mcg daily | [3 stars] Taking chromium may help stabilize blood sugar swings. |
Obesity | 500 to 1,000 micrograms per day | [3 stars] Supplementing with chromium has beneficial effects on glucose and lipid metabolism and can help support weight loss. |
Type 2 Diabetes | 200 to 500 mcg daily, or more under doctor supervision | [3 stars] Chromium has been shown to be useful in treating type 2 diabetes in several ways, including by improving blood glucose control. |
High Cholesterol | up to 200 mcg daily | [2 stars] Some controlled trials have found chromium supplementation can reduce total cholesterol and increase HDL-cholesterol levels, especially in people with type 2 diabetes, but the effects are small. |
High Triglycerides | 200 mg daily | [2 stars] Studies have shown that chromium supplementation may reduce triglycerides in people with type 2 diabetes. |
Metabolic Syndrome | 200 to 500 mcg daily, or more under doctor supervision | [2 stars] Supplementing with chromium may be beneficial in people with type 2 diabetes and metabolic syndrome. |
Type 1 Diabetes | 200 mcg daily | [2 stars] Chromium has been shown to help improve glucose tolerance in people with type 1 diabetes. |
Athletic Performance | Refer to label instructions | [1 star] Chromium may play a role in altering body composition. Research has suggested that chromium picolinate might increase fat loss and lean muscle tissue gain when used with a weight-training program. |
Depression | Refer to label instructions | [1 star] In a few case reports, chromium has improved mood in people with a type of depression called dysthymic disorder. |
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