Chromium and Blood Sugar: What the Evidence Says
Chromium is an essential trace mineral, but supplement evidence for glycemic control is conflicting. NCCIH summarizes reviews with differing results and notes that long-term effects of supplementation are not well established.
Evidence summary
Chromium is an essential trace mineral, but supplement evidence for glycemic control is conflicting. NCCIH summarizes reviews with differing results and notes that long-term effects of supplementation are not well established.
Safety
Chromium supplements can cause stomach pain or bloating, and large doses have been linked in case reports to kidney, liver, muscular and skin problems.
Ingredient research does not prove that a multi-ingredient commercial formula containing this ingredient will produce the same result.
Where it fits
Use this guide alongside our blood sugar supplement research and Sugar Defender ingredient analysis.