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Chromium is a trace mineral. Major dietary sources of Chromium include liver, meat, cheese, poultry, whole grains, wheat germ, potatoes, mushrooms and Brewer's yeast.

Major Body Functions:

>Important in the metabolism of carbohydrates and fats
>Helps to regulate the amount of glucose in the blood
>Is needed for insulin to work properly

Deficiency Symptoms:

>Impaired glucose tolerance
>Impaired growth

Excessive Intake and Toxicity Symptoms:

>No evidence of toxicity has been noted from oral intake

 
 


  

 

 

 

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