Chromium in diet. Chromium is an essential mineral that is not made by the body. It must be obtained from the diet. Chromium is important in the metabolism of fats and carbohydrates. It stimulates fatty acid and cholesterol synthesis, which are important for brain function and other body processes. Chromium also aids in insulin action and glucose metabolism.
Public health services. Public Health is defined as âthe art and science of preventing disease, prolonging life and promoting health through the organized efforts of societyâ (Acheson, 1988; WHO).
Public health focuses on the entire spectrum of health and wellbeing, not only the eradication of particular diseases. Many activities are targeted at populations such as health campaigns. Public health services also include the provision of personal services, to individual persons such as vaccinations, behavioural counselling, or health advice.