Chromium

Roles In The Body

• Glucose tolerance factor - chromium is involved in maintaining blood sugar levels and energy levels.
• Cholesterol regulation
• Other possible roles involved in the synthesis of DNA

Functions Of Chromium

Circulatory -serum cholesterol regulation

Digestive -sugar and carbohydrate utilization (via insulin)

Nervous -maintenance of nervous system by regulation of blood sugar

Eyes -corneal clarity

Muscular -supplies energy for muscular contraction

Skeletal -essential component of bones and hair

Protective -immune system (via insulin)

Metabolic -fat, protein, and carbohydrate metabolism regulation

Symptoms Associated With A Chromium Deficiency

atherosclerosis, elevated serum cholesterol levels, depressed growth, fatigue

diabetes and hypoglycemia

Symptoms Associated With A Chromium Excess

asthma, kidney damages, allergies,sinusitis, calcium deficiency, ulcers, vomiting and diarrhea.

Synergistic Nutrients

insulin, glucose, magnesium, vitamin B6, zinc, manganese oxalates, salicylates

Antagonistic Nutrients

Absorption -iron, manganese, zinc, vanadium, phytates

Metabolic -glucagon