special subjects
Chromium
Recommendations
Use ofchromiumas a dietary supplement is not recommended, even though such use may result in a small decrease in blood sugar or weight. The American Diabetes Association recommends against its use to lower glucose. Althoughchromiumsupplements are usually safe at doses of up to 1,000 micrograms per day, there appears to be little benefit to offset the small risk of harmful side effects. Chromiumsupplements should not be used by people with kidney or liver disorders or by people with iron deficiency. 