Chromium

In an 8-week study, chromium (in the form of chromium picolinate) reduced food intake, hunger and cravings in healthy overweight women. The researchers reported that the effects of chromium on the brain may have produced these effects. Other research has examined people with binge-eating disorder or depression, as these groups could potentially benefit the most from suppressing cravings or hunger. An 8-week study assigned 113 people with depression to receive chromium in the form of chromium picolinate or a placebo. The researchers found that appetite and cravings were reduced with chromium picolinate supplements, compared to the placebo. Additionally, a small study observed possible benefits in people suffering from binge-eating disorder. Chromium picolinate helps with emotional eating and binge eating. (7) (7.A)