Minerals - Chromium - Ailments / Situations Where Used

Chromium helps increase energy levels, burn fat, and thus increase lean body mass. It can prevent and lower high blood pressure. Levels of Low Density Lipoproteins (LDL), "bad" cholesterol can be lowered while levels of High Density Lipoproteins (HDL), "good" cholesterol can be raised via adequate chromium intake. Chromium can also lower triglyceride levels in the blood -- the primary form that fat is stored in the body. Chromium can also help prevent diabetes and obesity and help prevent arteriosclerosis (hardening of the arteries).

Chromium deficiency can lead to fatigue and anxiety disorder. Symptoms include nervousness, shakiness, and other general anxiety symptoms.

Deficiencies are common among alcoholics and those consuming large amounts of refined sugars.