Chromium as Mineral – Rich Food Sources, Functions, Deficiency & Daily Requirements for Children, Men & Women

Presentation Notes on Chromium (Cr) Vegetarian & Non Vegetarian Food Sources, Recommended Dietary Allowance, Cobalt deficiency disorders, Role in Human Body with Treatment & Toxicity in word / .doc / .ppt format

Chromium:

Chromium exists in two forms, viz, the trivalent and the hexavalent. The trivalent form is biologically active.

Sources:
  • Yeast, milk, meat and cereals.

Daily requirement:
  • Adults : 0.05-0.15mg

Absorption:
  • It is absorbed by the small intestine.