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Chromium
What are the possible side effects of chromium?
Chromiumsupplements interfere with iron absorption. Some forms ofchromiummay cause stomach irritation or ulcers. Rarely, damage to the kidneys or liver has been reported; therefore, people with kidney or liver disorders should not takechromium. Some evidence suggests thatchromiumdamages chromosomes and consequently may be harmful or perhaps cause cancer. The maximum safe level ofchromiumintake is not known. However, several studies have demonstrated that daily doses up to 1,000 micrograms ofchromiumare safe. 