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Chromium
Established research area
A trace mineral involved in helping insulin handle carbohydrates, fats, and protein. Found in broccoli, whole grains, and meats.
Commonly noted
- Commonly noted
- Chromium is a trace mineral that the body uses in small amounts to help insulin work in handling carbohydrates, fats, and protein; broccoli, whole grains, meats, and some fruits are common sources.
- Low intake
- A chromium shortfall is rare, and the exact amount the body requires is still being studied.
- Higher intake
- Chromium from food has not been shown to cause harm, and no upper intake level has been set; the effects of very high supplemental amounts are still being studied.
Source: NIH ODS
Reference intakes
General reference figures for a typical adult, not a personal target.
- aiadult_female25 mcgDRI/NASEM
- aiadult_male35 mcgDRI/NASEM