Chromium: Properties, benefits, sources
Chromium is a very important mineral found in many natural food sources. Apples, eggs, fruit juices, tomato, lettuce, chicken, molasses and cheese are considered good sources of chromium. It is present in all organic matter and appears as an essential nutrient.
The benefits of chromium
- Chromium helps in the metabolism of glucose. It helps to activate the action of insulin and consequently enhances the metabolism of sugars.
- Contributes to weight loss, reducing body fat
- Chromium is beneficial for the heart, because it reduces bad cholesterol and triglycerides, while increasing good cholesterol
- Reduces the desire to eat sweet and carbohydrate foods
Chromium deficiency symptoms
- Severe numbness in arms and legs
- Signs of slow glucose, protein and fat metabolism
- Decreasing tissue sensitivity to glucose.