Chromium

Diabetes
Obesity
General Information:

• Some recent studies show chromium to be effective in the prevention of type II diabetes. It does so by increasing the activity of insulin thus lessening the need for more. It has also been shown to give good cholesterol (HDL) a boost and is thus effective for treating heart disease. By stabilizing blood sugar levels, with an effective workout, chromium can also be quite beneficial for those who wish to lose weight. It aids the body in turning adipose to muscle mass thus making it an effective treatment for obesity
  as well. . Because chromium keeps the blood sugar stable, that desire for a quick snack at midmorning/midafternoon (when one might experience a small drop in blood sugar) will be reduced.
  
• Found in broccoli, turkey, ham, grape juice - also in fenugreek and tumeric - ingredients in chutney and curry.
  
• Requirements are 200-600 mcg per day.
  

ŠJamie Longstreet 1996-2004