Scientists are currently investigating the link between chromium picolinate and diabetes. Chromium is an essential mineral in the functioning of the human body. Chromium (III) or chromium picolinate is the form found in food and which, is used by the body. Active in glucose metabolism, chromium picolinate enhances the effects of insulin. Scientist do not know the precise structure of biological chromium although research suggest a low-molecular-weight chromium-binding substance (LMWCr) enhances insulin receptor response while other studies have shown chromium to enhance insulin by increasing the translocation of glucose transporters to the cell membrane (http://lpi.oregonstate.edu/infocenter/minerals/chromium/). Due to these interactions, it is hypothesized that chromium deficiency contributes to the development of type 2 diabetes and has heightened consequences for both pre diabetics and diabetics alike.

Chromium Picolinate Diabetes Dosage

The mysterious relationship between chromium picolinate and diabetes has led to several studies of chromium supplementation for diabetics. Individuals …