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<h4 class="dechead">On One Hand: Author Touts Weight Loss Benefit
So-called miracle pills for weight loss are a ubiquitous aspect of our culture. The supplement chromium picolinate has been touted as a way to both lose weight and increase muscle mass by inorganic chemist Gary Evans, author of the book "Chromium Picolinate: Everything You need to Know."
On the Other: Studies Report No Effect on Weight Loss
Numerous studies published in scientific journals such as the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition have shown that chromium picolinate has no effect on weight loss. Experiments have been conducted in which one group was given chromium picolinate and another group was given a placebo. After time, the groups were compared, and no difference in weight loss was shown. Additionally, in a study published in the journal Medicine & Science in Sports & Exercise, it was found that chromium picolinate actually can lead to weight gain.
Bottom Line
The scientific community has yet to provide any conclusive, clinical evidence that shows chromium picolinate is a beneficial supplement for weight loss.
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