Impact of Chromium Picolinate on Leydig Cell Steroidogenesis and Antioxidant Balance Using an In Vitro Insulin Resistance Model

• Main Authors: Rúben Moreira (Author), Ana D. Martins (Author), Rita Ferreira (Author), Marco G. Alves (Author), Maria de Lourdes Pereira (Author), Pedro F. Oliveira (Author)
• Format: Book
• Published: MDPI AG, 2023-12-01T00:00:00Z.
• Subjects: article
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Leydig cells (LCs) play a pivotal role in male fertility, producing testosterone. Chromium (III) picolinate (CrPic₃), a contentious supplement with antidiabetic and antioxidant properties, raises concerns regarding male fertility. Using a rodent LC line, we investigated the cy...