Could a chromium supplement help obese adults breathe easier?

NCT ID NCT07703358

Not yet recruiting Disease control Sponsor: Cairo University Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jul 14, 2026 · Last updated Jul 15, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study tests whether taking chromium picolinate daily for 12 weeks improves asthma control in obese adults. Researchers believe that chromium may help by addressing metabolic issues like insulin resistance that can worsen asthma. Sixty participants will receive either the supplement or a placebo alongside their usual asthma medications.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

Active substance: chromium picolinate dietary supplement
What this could lead to: If it works, this could point toward a simple, low-cost supplement to help obese adults with asthma gain better control over their symptoms.
What could go wrong: This is a small, early-stage trial with only 60 participants, so results may not apply broadly. Chromium supplements can cause side effects like stomach upset or headaches.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

asthma chronic asthma Weight Loss

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ASTHMA CHRONIC BRONCHIAL ASTHMA

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