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Which Mineral Controls Diabetes: Understanding Chromium, Magnesium, and Zinc

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According to the CDC, over 37 million Americans have diabetes, a condition profoundly affected by various nutritional factors. While no single mineral controls diabetes, several trace elements like chromium, magnesium, and zinc are crucial cofactors in insulin function and glucose metabolism. Deficiencies in these key minerals can exacerbate insulin resistance and impair blood sugar regulation, making their adequate intake an important part of a holistic management strategy.