StrongDecrease
Fasting Plasma Glucose (FPG)
Chromium supplementation → Fasting Plasma Glucose (FPG)
Chromium supplementation → Fasting Plasma Glucose (FPG)
Evidence profile
StrongDecreaseGlycemic Control
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Research Summary
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Chromium supplementation improves glycemic control in type 2 diabetes.
Key finding
HbA1c decreased significantly from 10.4 ± 2.4 to 7.2 ± 1.7 (p < 0.001)
This study evaluated the effects of chromium supplementation on glycemic control in patients with type 2 diabetes, finding significant improvements in HbA1c and fasting plasma glucose levels.
Evidence strength
Moderate confidence
Study type
RCTs
Follow-up
Extended (5–20+ y)
Some Concerns bias
Last updated July 6, 2026Quick read
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Population
Young Adult (19–39), Middle Aged (40-64), Male, Female, Asia-Pacific (APAC), with T2 Diabetes
Intervention
Chromium supplementation
Study type
RCTs
Follow-up
Extended (5–20+ y)
Primary outcome
HbA1c
Comparator
Standard drug treatment
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Study focus
This study evaluated the effects of chromium supplementation on glycemic control in patients with type 2 diabetes, finding significant improvements in HbA1c and fasting plasma glucose levels.
Clinical relevance
These findings suggest that chromium supplementation could be a beneficial adjunct therapy for managing blood sugar levels and improving cholesterol profiles in patients with type 2 diabetes. This could lead to better overall health outcomes and reduced risk of diabetes-related complications.
Keep in mind
The study did not assess long-term effects of chromium supplementation. Sample size and demographic diversity were not specified. No placebo control group was mentioned.
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Fatima A. The Impact of Chromium Supplementation on Glycemic Control in Patients with Type 2 Diabetes: A Randomized Controlled Trial. Journal of Medicine and Life. 2023;16(8):1178-1182. doi:10.25122/jml-2023-0081
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Main Effects
HbA1c decreased significantly from 10.4 ± 2.4 to 7.2 ± 1.7 (p < 0.001).
Fasting plasma glucose decreased significantly (p < 0.001).
Total cholesterol decreased significantly (p = 0.002).
HDL levels increased significantly (p = 0.006).
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Evidence Context
This study contributes evidence to Chromium supplementation and Fasting Plasma Glucose (FPG), HDL cholesterol, HbA1c, and 2 more.
This study contributes evidence to
Primary intervention
Chromium supplementation
Primary outcomes
- Fasting Plasma Glucose (FPG)
- HDL cholesterol
- HbA1c
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Evidence pairs
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Moderate contributionModerate confidenceNetwork score: 64
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Evidence pairs
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Why it is useful
- Contributes to 5 evidence relationships
- Includes primary outcome data
- Linked to 2 direct semantic evidence topics
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Study findings
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StrongDecrease
HbA1c
Chromium supplementation → HbA1c
Chromium supplementation → HbA1c
Evidence profile
StrongDecreaseGlycemic Control
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StrongIncrease
HDL cholesterol
Chromium supplementation → HDL cholesterol
Chromium supplementation → HDL cholesterol
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StrongIncreaseMetabolic Health
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StrongDecrease
Total cholesterol
Chromium supplementation → Total cholesterol
Chromium supplementation → Total cholesterol
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StrongDecreaseMetabolic Health
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NoneNo Change
Triglycerides
Chromium supplementation → Triglycerides
Chromium supplementation → Triglycerides
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NoneNo ChangeMetabolic Health
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Evidence Suggest
- HbA1c levels dropped by 3.2 percentage points (p < 0.001).
- Fasting plasma glucose decreased by 20.9 mg/dL (p < 0.001).
- Total cholesterol levels decreased by 29.8 mg/dL (p = 0.002).
Who this applies to
- Adults diagnosed with type 2 diabetes.
- Patients seeking additional methods to manage blood sugar levels.
Keep in Mind
- Results may not apply to populations outside the study demographics.
- The study did not measure long-term outcomes or side effects.
- Further research is needed to confirm these findings.
Between the Lines
- The study did not assess long-term effects of chromium supplementation.
- Sample size and demographic diversity were not specified.
- No placebo control group was mentioned.
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This study contributes to evidence on Chromium supplementation and Fasting Glucose, Chromium supplementation and HbA1c.
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Does Chromium supplementation improve fasting plasma glucose (fpg)?
Emerging Evidence
Chromium supplementation appears to improve Fasting Plasma Glucose (FPG).
ConsensusScore™: Consistency cannot yet be determined from the available evidence.
Ranked evidence signals
- 1
Fasting Plasma Glucose (FPG)
EvidenceScore™ Emerging | EvidenceScore™ 52.9 | strong positive | ConsensusScore™ Unclear | 1 study
Why this answer: This answer is based on a single supporting study.
Limitations
- Only one supporting study is available.
- Consistency cannot yet be determined.
- Population details are unavailable.
Does Chromium supplementation improve hdl cholesterol?
Emerging Evidence
Chromium supplementation appears to improve HDL cholesterol.
ConsensusScore™: Consistency cannot yet be determined from the available evidence.
Ranked evidence signals
- 1
HDL cholesterol
EvidenceScore™ Emerging | EvidenceScore™ 52.9 | strong positive | ConsensusScore™ Unclear | 1 study
Why this answer: This answer is based on a single supporting study.
Limitations
- Only one supporting study is available.
- Consistency cannot yet be determined.
- Population details are unavailable.
Does Chromium supplementation improve HbA1c?
Emerging Evidence
Chromium supplementation appears to improve HbA1c.
ConsensusScore™: Consistency cannot yet be determined from the available evidence.
Ranked evidence signals
- 1
HbA1c
EvidenceScore™ Emerging | EvidenceScore™ 52.9 | strong positive | ConsensusScore™ Unclear | 1 study
Why this answer: This answer is based on a single supporting study.
Limitations
- Only one supporting study is available.
- Consistency cannot yet be determined.
- Population details are unavailable.
Does Chromium supplementation improve total cholesterol?
Emerging Evidence
Chromium supplementation appears to improve Total cholesterol.
ConsensusScore™: Consistency cannot yet be determined from the available evidence.
Ranked evidence signals
- 1
Total cholesterol
EvidenceScore™ Emerging | EvidenceScore™ 52.9 | strong positive | ConsensusScore™ Unclear | 1 study
Why this answer: This answer is based on a single supporting study.
Limitations
- Only one supporting study is available.
- Consistency cannot yet be determined.
- Population details are unavailable.
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