topicChromium Appetite Randomized Trial
claimMineral supplementation was associated with significant reductions in fasting blood glucose (SMD = − 0.34, p < 0.001), fasting insulin (SMD = − 0.72, p < 0.001), and HOMA-IR (SMD = − 0.75, p < 0.001).
evidence level1
citationYe J (2026)
sourceEffectiveness of mineral supplements (magnesium, chromium, zinc, selenium, chromium picolinate) in reducing insulin resistance in polycystic ovary syndrome: a meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials.
topicChromium Appetite Randomized Trial
claimIn addition, total cholesterol (SMD = − 0.35, p < 0.001) and triglyceride levels (SMD = − 0.58, p < 0.001) were significantly reduced.
evidence level1
citationYe J (2026)
sourceEffectiveness of mineral supplements (magnesium, chromium, zinc, selenium, chromium picolinate) in reducing insulin resistance in polycystic ovary syndrome: a meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials.
topicChromium Appetite Randomized Trial
claimCONCLUSION: Mineral supplementation may improve insulin resistance and selected metabolic parameters in PCOS, with the most consistent effects observed for glycemic indices.
evidence level1
citationYe J (2026)
sourceEffectiveness of mineral supplements (magnesium, chromium, zinc, selenium, chromium picolinate) in reducing insulin resistance in polycystic ovary syndrome: a meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials.
topicChromium Appetite Randomized Trial
claimBACKGROUND: Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) often leads to insulin resistance, affecting glucose and fat metabolism.
evidence level1
citationYe J (2026)
sourceEffectiveness of mineral supplements (magnesium, chromium, zinc, selenium, chromium picolinate) in reducing insulin resistance in polycystic ovary syndrome: a meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials.
topicChromium Appetite Randomized Trial
claimThey are used to meet daily nutrient requirements, support physiological functions, and address increased nutritional needs, including in special populations.
evidence level4
citationNawathe V (2026)
sourceA to Z of Health: An Evidence-Based Narrative Review of Multivitamin-Multimineral and Nutraceutical Supplementation.
topicChromium Appetite Randomized Trial
claimIt also highlights evidence in special populations such as pregnant and lactating women, infants, children, adolescents, older adults, and athletes.
evidence level4
citationNawathe V (2026)
sourceA to Z of Health: An Evidence-Based Narrative Review of Multivitamin-Multimineral and Nutraceutical Supplementation.
topicChromium Appetite Randomized Trial
claimFurthermore, evidence related to nutraceuticals such as omega-3 fatty acids, lutein, curcumin, ginseng, brahmi, ashwagandha, and coenzyme Q10 is included.
evidence level4
citationNawathe V (2026)
sourceA to Z of Health: An Evidence-Based Narrative Review of Multivitamin-Multimineral and Nutraceutical Supplementation.
topicChromium Appetite Randomized Trial
claimMultivitamin and mineral (MVM) supplements are dietary products that contain a combination of essential vitamins and minerals, and sometimes additional bioactive compounds.
evidence level4
citationNawathe V (2026)
sourceA to Z of Health: An Evidence-Based Narrative Review of Multivitamin-Multimineral and Nutraceutical Supplementation.