Proteins are necessary for tissue repair and for the construction of new tissue. Every cell needs protein to maintain its life. Protein is also the primary substance used to replace worn out or dead cells. Your muscles, hair, nails, skin, and eyes are made of protein.
Taking supplemental chromium has been shown repeatedly to improve insulin sensitivity and glucose tolerance, even to the point of reversing type II diabetes in many people (1). Thus, as my old clinical nutrition professor pointed out, apparently a chromium deficiency can actually lead to type II diabetes.
Simple Lifestyle Changes Make a Difference. If you already have insulin resistance, you can take actions that will help your health. 1  Exercise. 2  Go for at least 30 minutes a day of moderate activity (like brisk walking) 5 or more days a week. 3  If you're not active now, work up to that. 4  Get to a healthy weight.