Can I take Chromium with Elderberry?

Understanding the interactions, benefits, and safety of combining these two powerful supplements.

Chromium
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Elderberry

Short answer

We found no documented interaction between Chromium and Elderberry in the sources below. That isn't proof the combination is right for you: check each one's cautions, and ask your pharmacist if you take medication.

Chromium

What it is: A mineral found in many foods that may help the body use carbohydrates, fats and protein.

What the research says: Studies on blood sugar are mixed. The American Diabetes Association doesn't recommend it because it has no clear benefit.

Cautions

  • No harm has been shown, but research is limited. People with kidney or liver disease should be careful with high amounts.

Medicines to check

  • Insulin, metformin and other diabetes medicines: chromium may push blood sugar too low
  • Levothyroxine (thyroid medicine): chromium may reduce how much is absorbed

In Holitro: Chromium (1000 mcg per capsule)

Source: NIH Office of Dietary Supplements: Chromium: Fact Sheet for Consumers (updated March 2021)

Elderberry

What it is: The dark purple berry of the black elder tree, traditionally used for colds and flu.

What the research says: Preliminary research suggests it may ease cold or flu symptoms. There's no good evidence for other uses.

Cautions

  • Raw or unripe berries, leaves and stems are toxic; supplements use processed fruit.
  • Little is known about use in pregnancy or breastfeeding.

Medicines to check

  • Talk to your clinician if you take any medicine

In Holitro: Elderberry (475 mg per capsule)

Source: NIH National Center for Complementary and Integrative Health: Elderberry: Usefulness and Safety (updated November 2024)

Check with your doctor or pharmacist, especially if you take medication.

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Educational information only, not medical advice. This reflects general ingredient overlap, not a personalized safety review. Always check with your doctor or pharmacist before combining supplements, especially if you take medication, are pregnant or nursing, or manage a health condition. These statements have not been evaluated by the FDA.

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