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What it does: Chromium is required by the body for the process that turns food into usable energy, helping insulin prime cells to take up glucose.
How much you need: Despite disappointing findings on chromium supplements and weight loss, the body still needs it. The daily recommended intake for adults is 50 to 200 mcg.
Food sources of
chromium: Best sources of chromium are whole-grain breads and cereals, meat, nuts, prunes, raisins, beer and wine.
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