A recent trend in weight control management is individualising treatment. If you are a carbohydrate craver, finding a solution can be a frustrating experience.

This is based on the fact that not all people get fat for the same reason and hence not all will lose it by using the same type of program. This may also explain the popularity of different diets with different people.

One group that is standing out is 'carbohydrate cravers' ie. those who tend to gain by over-consumption of carbohydrate. There's now little doubt that this type of person does exist and that s/he may be the main beneficiary of a low carbohydrate diet such as Atkins.

Another way of dealing with the problem has been hinted at by research in overweight, depressed individuals. A study published in the Journal of Psychiatric Practice, has shown that supplements of chromium picolinate may help reduce carbohydrate cravings, at least in those being treated for depression.

Chromium picolinate, is a quickly digested form of chromium which is known to be associated with insulin in metabolising carbohydrates. Research on its value as a weight loss supplement has been inconclusive, but this may be due to its selective effects on those who are particularly prone to over-use of carbohydrate.

While more work is needed, there could be some benefit, with few known side effects, from the use of a chromium picolinate supplement. In those with diabetes, or pre-diabetes, the benefit could be even greater.

For more information on your risk of diabetes or to find out if your consumption of carbohydrates may be contributing to your risk of becoming overweight go to

www.lifestylemedicine.net.au

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