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Can You Take Chromium and Manganese Together?
May affect absorption
The short answer
Manganese and chromium may compete for shared divalent cation transport mechanisms.
How to arrange timing
Consider separating manganese and chromium by 2 hours.
Reference
Reference noted for this combination: NatMed Pro; Davis CD, Am J Clin Nutr 1992
Important context
Whether supplements suit you together also depends on 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.