John just found out that he has impaired glucose tolerance and elevated blood cholesterol. Which mineral could John be deficient in?

Multiple choice question.

iodine

chromium

iron

selenium

1 answer

The mineral that John could be deficient in, given his impaired glucose tolerance and elevated blood cholesterol, is chromium.

Chromium is known to play a role in carbohydrate and lipid metabolism, and deficiencies can lead to issues related to glucose tolerance and cholesterol levels.