Learn about the role of chromium in sugar metabolism



Chromium is a mineral whose main role is to help metabolism and regulate sugar, our body needs a very small amount of chromium and therefore chromium is one of the rare minerals.

Function and role of chromium in the human body:

Chromium speeds up the body's metabolism and energy. The body uses chromium to produce fatty acids and cholesterol, which are important for brain activity and the production of certain hormones.



This mineral helps collect sugar from the bloodstream and enter cells to convert it to energy and ATP, medical researchers believe that one of the causes of type 2 diabetes could be chromium deficiency. And other minerals that the body uses to metabolize glucose, such as magnesium, zinc, and manganese, which is why many physicians and nutritionists recommend chromium supplements for diabetics.

By regulating metabolism and controlling sugar, chromium reduces blood sugar fluctuations and the tendency to consume too much sugar and sweets. Therefore, one of the symptoms of chromium deficiency in the body is the tendency to consume too much sugar and sweets. This in turn increases obesity and the risk of developing type 2 diabetes.

Chromium also helps increase the metabolism of fats and convert them into energy, and with this mechanism, it increases the body's energy, reduces fats and increases muscle volume and strength.



Amount of daily requirement of chromium:

Men between the ages of 19 and 50 35 micrograms

Women between the ages of 19 and 50 25 micrograms

Men over 50 30 micrograms

And women over 50 need 20 micrograms of chromium a day.

Food sources containing chromium:

Broccoli, brewer's yeast, some spices, potatoes, apples, bananas, oranges, garlic, grapes, whole grains are all sources of chromium.



Chromium supplements:

Chromium supplements are prescribed by doctors and nutritionists to help treat some problems and diseases, some of which are:

Help treat type 2 diabetes

Help lower bad cholesterol (LDL) and increase good cholesterol (HDL)

Help to lose weight and body fat and increase muscle mass

Helps speed up metabolism and energy in the body and strengthens the adrenal glands

Control appetite and reduce the tendency to consume excessive sweets and sugary substances

Note: Chromium supplements must be taken with a doctor's advice.

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