Chromium Picolinate May Help With Mild Memory Loss

New study shows chromium picolinate may help with mild memory loss. According to Robert Krikorian, PHD, associate professor of clinical psychiatry at University of Cincinnati Ohio. A recent study was done on 26 adults with mild memory loss and they were given 1,000 mcg of chromium picolinate or a placebo daily for 12 weeks. The adult group who took the chromium picolinate showed an improvement on memory test, while the placebo group showed no change. The theory behind the study is chromium picolinate reduces insulin resistance. Insulin resistance is when the body's cell don't utilize insulin the way it should, like in diabetes. "Too little insulin in the brain may contribute to poor memory."

If your considering taking chromium picolinate as a supplement, be sure to consult with your Dr. if you have any underlying medical condition such as diabetes. Chromium picolinate may interfere with your medication.