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Chromium Supplements

Caution With Blood Sugar Supplement

April 27, 2026
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A woman developed pancreatitis shortly after taking a “blood sugar support” supplement containing chromium picolinate. Get the details in our Chromium Supplements Review + our Top Picks for chromium picolinate.

Chromium Concern

August 31, 2013
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A new study shows that chromium supplementation can sometimes cause a worsening of insulin sensitivity, raising some concern about its use. For details (as well as test results and comparisons for 8 chromium supplements) see the updated Chromium Supplements Review >>

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