Concept about Chromium (Cr) – This book covers the entire syllabus of “Nutrition and Dietetics” prescribed by BNMC-for all Diploma in Nursing Science and Midwifery students. We tried to accommodate latest information and topics. This book is examination friendly setup according to the teachers’ lectures and examination’s questions. At the end of the book previous university questions are given. We hope in touch with the book students’ knowledge will be upgraded and flourished. The unique way of presentation may make your reading of the book a pleasurable experience.
Concept about Chromium (Cr)
Chromium (Cr):
Chromium is a trace element. Six (6) milligram of chromium is present in human body. It is present in the blood adrenal glands, skin, hair, brain and tissue. Chromium content in the blood is 009 to 0.055 ppm” Chromium is believed to be involved in the metabolism of glucose. It is widely distributed in natural food items. The normal serum level is 0.02 j.g per 100 ml. The normal requirement is 0.15 ong daily.
Sources of chromium:
- Chromium is present in:
- Whole grain cereal.
- Yeast.
- Liver and Meat.
Functions of chromium:
1. Chromium is required for the metabolism of carbohydrate and lipid protein.
2. It is required for the formation of glucose tolerance factors.
3. Presence of chromium is required for the action of insulin on glucose.
Effects of chromium deficiency:
Deficiency of chromium causes
- Disturbances in glucose, lipid and protein metabolism and
- Growth retardation.
Daily requirement of chromium:
The normal requirement is 0.15 mg daily. Daily requirement of chromium is met by the normal diet.
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