Chromium

Chromium is a vital trace mineral that helps regulate blood glucose levels by enhancing the action of insulin, the hormone involved in managing how your body processes and stores glucose and fat. Chromium is integral to metabolism, which is why it’s supplemented to combat cravings and improve insulin resistance. Chromium Picolinate is a highly absorbable form that is well studied.

Benefits

Cravings
Blood glucose tolerance

The word "chromium" comes from the Greek word khrōma, meaning "colour".

References

Jamilian M, Asemi Z. Chromium Supplementation and the Effects on Metabolic Status in Women with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome: A Randomized, Double-Blind, Placebo-Controlled Trial. Ann Nutr Metab. 2015;67(1):42-48 RCT (placebo)
Lucidi RS, Thyer AC, Easton CA, Holden AE, Schenken RS, Brzyski RG. Effect of chromium supplementation on insulin resistance and ovarian and menstrual cyclicity in women with polycystic ovary syndrome. Fertil Steril. 2005;84(6):1755-1757 RCT (placebo)
Anton SD, Morrison CD, Cefalu WT, et al. Effects of chromium picolinate on food intake and satiety. Diabetes Technol Ther. 2008;10(5):405-412 RCT (placebo)
Ashoush S, Abou-Gamrah A, Bayoumy H, Othman N. Chromium picolinate reduces insulin resistance in polycystic ovary syndrome: Randomized controlled trial. J Obstet Gynaecol Res. 2016;42(3):279-285 RCT (placebo)
Chromium Related Health Claims (contribution to normal macronutrient metabolism, maintenance of normal blood glucose concentrations) Health Claims