Q&A\Advice from experts\Chromium More not necessarily better.Byline: Compiled by Kevin Ainsfeld What is chromium chromium (krō`mēəm) [Gr.,=color], metallic chemical element; symbol Cr; at. no. 24; at. wt. 51.996; m.p. about 1,857°C;; b.p. 2,672°C;; sp. gr. about 7.2 at 20°C;; valence +2, +3, +6. picolinate? Chromium is a metal, something our body needs. It serves in the production of insulin,which is important in the metabolism of the body's natural sugars. However, we only need a dosage dosage /dos·age/ (do´saj) the determination and regulation of the size, frequency, and number of doses. dos·age n. 1. Administration of a therapeutic agent in prescribed amounts. of about 100 micrograms a day, primarily found in food. What does it do? As a supplement, chromium picolinate is a product that claims to raise your metabolism and encourage weight loss. However, there is no scientific proof that it will do either of those things. The product only works if there is not enough chromium in your system. Taking a higher dosage will not alter your metabolism in a beneficial way. How will I know if I am lacking in chromium? You won't. There really are no symptoms and there is no test to check. Why is chromium picolinate being marketed as a diet aid? The product has long been known as a food additive Noun 1. food additive - an additive to food intended to improve its flavor or appearance or shelf-life artificial additive additive - something added to enhance food or gasoline or paint or medicine , but for the last six months has been touted as an effective tool for weight loss. It's just another fad. Why would an orthopedic surgeon like yourself be interested in chromium picolinate? Athletes are attracted to the claims of what chromium picolinate can do. Many believe it will help them metabolize me·tab·o·lize v. 1. To subject to metabolism. 2. To produce by metabolism. 3. To undergo change by metabolism. metabolize to subject to or be transformed by metabolism. nutrients better in their exercise program, thus giving them a more efficient workout. Are there any side effects Side effects Effects of a proposed project on other parts of the firm. ? Little is known about it since it is not regulated. However, fluctuating dosage levels and taking large amounts are not recommended because there are no known positive effects. What's more, your system can have a hard time adjusting to the loss once you cut back on large dosages of chromium. It is possible to end up with a short-term chromium deficiency chromium deficiency A rare condition characterized by ↓ weight, glucose intolerance, insulin resistance, ↓ respiratory quotients, peripheral neuropathy. See Chromium. . |
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