Mineral
Chromium
Chromium requires 25 mcg daily for adult women and 35 mcg for men.
What Chromium does
Potentiates insulin signalling; evidence for meaningful glucose effects is mixed.
How much you need
| Measure | Adult male | Adult female |
|---|---|---|
| Recommended intake | 35 mcg | 25 mcg |
| Upper intake level | None established | |
| Typical supplement dose | 200-500 mcg | |
Interactions involving Chromium
1 sourced rule| Pair | Severity | Mechanism | Action |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chromium picolinate × Insulin | Mild | Chromium may enhance insulin sensitivity and add a small glucose-lowering effect. | Monitor blood glucose if you supplement chromium on insulin.Source |