Chromium

Description:

Chromium is essential for insulin in regulating blood sugar levels.

As many as 90% of modern diets are low in chromium, especially

those who are pregnant &/or do a lot of strenuous exercise,

&/or who eat a lot of sugary foods.

A good article here

Why:

Missed, as with all nutritional investigations in medical ideology.

Low chromium levels can increase blood sugar, triglycerides, cholesterol levels, and increase the risk for a number of conditions, such as diabetes and heart disease.

Solution:

Good chromium food sources include whole grain breads and cereals, lean meats, cheeses, and some spices, such as black pepper and thyme. Brewer’s yeast is also rich in chromium.

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