Does Dairy Affect Chromium Picolinate?

May affect absorption or how you feel

The short answer

Dairy calcium may reduce chromium picolinate absorption through divalent cation competition despite the picolinate chelation.

How to arrange timing

Take chromium picolinate at least 2 hours apart from dairy.

Reference

Reference noted for this food and supplement combination: Examine.com 2024

Important context

The effect can also change with food amount, supplement dose, product formulation, health conditions, and medication use. Ask a doctor or pharmacist first if you take medication, are pregnant or breastfeeding, or have a chronic condition.