Chromium

Chromium is very important for the metabolism of glucose. Chromium is sometimes called glucose tolerance factor. Chromium is very essential for maintain stable blood sugar levels through proper insulin utilization. Chromium is vital in the synthesis of cholesterol, fats and proteins. Most often many people are deficient in chromium

Signs of deficiency:

• Anxiety 
• Fatigue 
• Glucose intolerance 

Effective for:

• Diabetes: Type I and type II 
• Obesity 
• Lowering LDL cholesterol and triglycerides 
• Hypertension 
• Aging 

Supplements:

Chromiun picolinate, chromium polynicotinate

Recommended Dose:

• 200-600 mcg daily 
• For full blown diabetes and extreme obesity 600-1000 mcg daily 

Side effects and precautions:

Excessive intake is associated with dermatitis, gastrointestinal ulcers, kidney and liver impairments