Alpha-Lipoic Acid (ALA) & Chromium

Caution Stacking
Alpha-Lipoic Acid (ALA) → Chromium →
Caution Stacking

Both improve insulin sensitivity and the blood-sugar-lowering effect may be additive.

Mechanism

Alpha-lipoic acid enhances glucose uptake. Chromium enhances insulin receptor function.

Recommendation

Monitor blood sugar if using both, especially with diabetes medications.

Sources

  • NIH ODS
  • Examine.com

Tolerable upper intake limits

Reference values for safe daily intake of these supplements.

Chromium adults NIH ODS / IOM

No established UL. IOM could not determine a UL due to insufficient adverse effect data, but caution is advised at high supplemental doses.

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