Dietary Supplement Assists Carbohydrate Metabolism Gluten Free Vegan Non-GMO Chromium is a trace mineral that plays a role in fat and carbohydrate metabolism. The form chromium picolinate has been studied for its potential role in supporting blood sugar balance. Although we only need small amounts, it is significantly reduced in the British diet due to the over-processing of our foods. Research has indicated that chromium may aid weight management by supporting the balance of the amount of sugars that are left to circulate in your bloodstream.