Can You Take Chromium Picolinate and Zinc Together?

May affect absorption

The short answer

Chromium (as Chromium Picolinate) and zinc may compete for divalent cation transport pathways.

How to arrange timing

Consider separating chromium picolinate and zinc by 2 hours.

Reference

Reference noted for this combination: NIH ODS Chromium & Zinc Fact Sheets

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.