Chromium
Chromium is considered a trace mineral meaning that the body only requires that a small amount is present. Avoid chromium chloride, which is found in some supplements. It is mostly unabsorbable.
Functionality:
Chromium is needed for energy, maintains stable blood sugar levels. In cooperation with other substances, it controls insulin as well as certain enzymes.
Deficiency Diseases:
Anxiety, Fatigue, Glucose intolerance, inadequate metabolism of Amino acids, and an Increased risk of Arteriosclerosis.
Overdose Disease: Gastrointestinal ulcers, Liver and Kidney damage, and Skin irritation
Deficiency Symptoms:
Rich Sources:
Some of the best dietary sources of chromium include Egg yolks, Bread made from whole wheat, Fruit juices, hard cheeses, Lean beef, Brewer's yeast, Molasses and Liver.
Important for:
Best Suitable Composition:
It is best taken with vitamin B 3, Glycine, Cysteine and Glutamic acid.
Recommended Daily Intake:
- There is no recommended daily intake of this mineral.