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chromium deficiency

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chromium deficiency
A rare condition characterized by ↓ weight, glucose intolerance, insulin resistance, ↓ respiratory quotients, peripheral neuropathy. See Chromium.


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It is possible to end up with a short-term chromium deficiency.
Q&A\Advice from experts\Chromium More not necessarily better by Daily News (Los Angeles, CA)
Animals with chromium deficiency will metabolize sugar at almost half the normal rate, Mertz says, "which means, at least in animals, that chromium is necessary for maximum effectiveness of insulin.
Tracing disease to trace minerals by Raloff, Janet / Science News
In addition, epidemiological research suggested a strong correlation between chromium deficiency and chronic disease.
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