Chromium levels start to decrease as we age starting in our early forties. Active, athletic individuals- people who engage in vigorous aerobic activities and consume higher amount of carbohydrates than the general population – have higher chromium requirements than nonathletes.
For most people, a varied diet along with a chromium-containing multivitamin should be sufficient. It is not recommended that children take chromium supplement.
Some smaller studies have confirmed that added chromium in the diet can reduce total body fat and increase the percentage of muscle. It is a common ingredient in many weight loss and athletic supplement, usually combination with other ingredients.
Chromium is an essential nutrient human body needs in a daily basis to maintain blood sugar balance and insulin sensitivity.
People with diabetes have to monitor their blood sugar levels very carefully when using chromium.
Most people do not experience any side effects from taking chromium. The side effects that have been reported have been few and minor, such as slight rashes or dizziness.
Healthy people actually don’t need chromium supplements. They may provide some benefit to people with diabetes and insulin resistant.
Side effects of chromium supplement
