Can You Take Chromium Picolinate and Gymnema Sylvestre Together?

Dose or timing may matter

The short answer

Chromium Picolinate and Gymnema both improve glucose metabolism through different mechanisms. Combined use may result in excessive blood sugar lowering.

How to arrange timing

Consider monitoring blood sugar closely when using both.

Reference

Reference noted for this combination: Journal of Trace Elements in Medicine and Biology 2015; Journal of Ethnopharmacology 1990

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.