Chromium Supplementation Does Not Improve Weight Loss or Metabolic and Hormonal Variables in Patients with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome: A Systematic Review

    April 2018 in “ Nutrition Research ”
    Vahid Maleki, Azimeh Izadi, Alireza Farsad Naeimi, Mohammad Alizadeh
    Studysummary This review found that chromium supplementation has limited effects on weight reduction, glucose control, lipid profile, and hormonal balance in women with PCOS, highlighting the need for further research.
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