Eating Smart Chromium Fights Depression A U.S. study finds people with depression who suffer from carbohydrate cravings improve significantly when given chromium picolinate. In the double-blind study more than 100 people with atypical depression were given either chromium picolinate or a placebo. Researchers say the group given the chromium picolinate showed significant improvement in four areas -- carbohydrate cravings, increased appetite, increased eating and mood variation during the day. "For years, the link between depression, insulin sensitivity, and the value of dietary chromium picolinate has been hinted at in small studies and this trial may bring us closer to understanding the connection," said Dr. John P. Docherty, president and CEO of Comprehensive NeuroScience Inc, and adjunct professor of psychiatry at Weill Medical College of Cornell University. About 19 million people in the United States have been diagnosed with depression, and 42 percent of them suffer from atypical depression, marked by carbohydrate cravings, weight gain and fatigue. Copyright 2005 by United Press International. All rights reserved. - Updated: October 1, 2005   Mustain Family Health & Home, along with all information provided, is for educational purposes only and is not an attempt to replace the need to seek healthcare services or to provide specific healthcare advice. We strongly encourage users to consult with their chiropractor or other qualified healthcare professionals for personal healthcare attention and answers to personal questions. Mustain Family Health & Home 11201 N. May Oklahoma City, OK 73120 Rick Mustain Mustain Chiropractic Clinic E-Mail: info@mustainhealth.org Phone: 405-751-0848 Fax: 405-752-5839 Published by Healthy Practices, Inc.     © 2001-2003 Healthy Practices, Inc. All rights reserved.