“Chromium?”Here!
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As a supplement
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Chromium is a trace mineral proposed to play a role in how the body handles carbohydrates and fats, though its exact biological function in humans is not fully established.
Why it’s used
Taken by some for support of blood sugar management, often marketed toward glucose metabolism.
What the evidence says
NIH ODS notes that chromium's essentiality in humans is less firmly established than for many other trace minerals, and that clinical trial evidence for chromium supplementation improving blood glucose or insulin sensitivity in people with or without diabetes is inconsistent and generally weak.
Dose studied
25–35 mcg — adult adequate intake, per NIH ODS.
Context
Adequate intake levels for adults are set at 25 to 35 mcg per day, based on estimated dietary intake rather than a defined biological requirement. No tolerable upper intake level has been established due to limited data.
Rumors
Chromium supports healthy blood sugar levels by improving insulin sensitivity.
Sources cited — check not cleared.
Studied in: non-obese, non-diabetic, normoglycemic adults.
Measured as a biomarker.
- Chromium supplementation in non-obese non-diabetic subjects is associated with a decline in insulin sensitivity (Peer-reviewed) · Funded by NIH/NCCAM; NIH/NCRR UCSF-CTSI (product supplied by Nutrition21) (government) · No conflicts declared
Who’s saying this
- Everwell Health — a brand: sells branded functional ingredients to supplement, food and beverage brands
How we know who this is
- “Everwell Health is dedicated to advancing wellness with science-backed ingredients that set new standards for performance and everyday health.” (their page)
- “We add meaningful value to dietary supplement, food, and beverage brands by offering scientifically backed, branded ingredients.” (their page)
Chromium picolinate gives you an energy boost.
We haven’t found evidence strong enough to support this or rule it out.
What was measured is not yet noted.
Who’s saying this
- Walmart — a retailer: sells fashion, home goods and more; Walmart+ membership
How we know who this is
- “The trademarks Walmart and the Walmart Spark design are registered with the US Patent and Trademark Office.” (their page)
- “Annual members can save $380 per year!” (their page)
- Walmart — a retailer: sells fashion, home goods and more; Walmart+ membership
Chromium curbs sugar cravings and helps balance insulin for weight management.
Does not support — suggestivehealth and safety evidence
Studied in: overweight or obese adults.
Measured as an outcome.
- Chromium picolinate supplementation for overweight or obese people (Peer-reviewed) · Funding not checked
- Chromium picolinate supplementation in women: effects on body weight, composition, and iron status (Peer-reviewed) · Funding not checked
Who’s saying this
- Dr. Jolene Brighten — a professional body or practice: sells her books on women's hormonal health
How we know who this is
- “Dr. Jolene Brighten is a board-certified naturopathic endocrinologist and the author of four books on women’s hormonal health, including ADHD and Women (Penguin Random House).” (their page)
Chromium supplementation preserves lean body mass during weight loss and can increase muscle mass.
Sources cited — check not cleared.
Measured as an outcome.
- Chromium picolinate supplementation in women: effects on body weight, composition, and iron status (Peer-reviewed) · Funding not checked
- Chromium | Linus Pauling Institute (Database) · Funding not checked
Who’s saying this
- Perfect Keto — a brand: sells keto food and supplements
How we know who this is
- “95% of people say that Perfect Keto helps them stay consistent on a keto diet” (their page)
- “Provides food, supplements, and education to millions struggling to reach their health goals.” (their page)
High doses of chromium supplements can cause liver or kidney damage.
Supports — suggestivehealth and safety evidence
Measured as an outcome.
- Chromium | Linus Pauling Institute (Database) · Funding not checked
Who’s saying this
- Cleveland Clinic — a professional body or practice
How we know who this is
- “9500 Euclid Avenue, Cleveland, Ohio 44195 | 800.223.2273 | © 2026 Cleveland Clinic.” (their page)
How much is a reference amount
- 25 mcg a dayfor adults 19–50, women · Adequate Intake
No upper limit has been set — the data was not sufficient to set one, which is a gap in the research rather than a finding about safety.
- 35 mcg a dayfor adults 19–50, men · Adequate Intake
No upper limit has been set — the data was not sufficient to set one, which is a gap in the research rather than a finding about safety.
- 20 mcg a dayfor adults 51–70, women · Adequate Intake
No upper limit has been set — the data was not sufficient to set one, which is a gap in the research rather than a finding about safety.
- 30 mcg a dayfor adults 51–70, men · Adequate Intake
No upper limit has been set — the data was not sufficient to set one, which is a gap in the research rather than a finding about safety.
- 20 mcg a dayfor adults 71 and over, women · Adequate Intake
No upper limit has been set — the data was not sufficient to set one, which is a gap in the research rather than a finding about safety.
- 30 mcg a dayfor adults 71 and over, men · Adequate Intake
No upper limit has been set — the data was not sufficient to set one, which is a gap in the research rather than a finding about safety.
"Chomium picolinate" is a misspelling in the registry, not here. It is included because it is genuinely a chromium identity; the name wants fixing separately.
Every applicable line is shown because we don’t know which one is yours, and a reference intake is a target for a population, not a threshold for harm.