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Manganese
A trace mineral that supports bone formation, metabolism, and one of the body's main antioxidant enzymes. Deficiency is rare, and most people get enough from food.
Commonly used for
- Bone health, as part of bone formulas
- Joint and connective tissue formulas
- Rounding out a multivitamin
Found naturally in
- Whole grains and oats
- Nuts
- Beans and lentils
- Tea
- Pineapple
Label red flags
- Joint formulas that add a lot of manganese, especially when combined with a multi
- A standalone manganese product without a clear reason
Check with a provider
- Liver disease. Manganese is cleared through bile and can build up.
- Long-term excess has been linked to nerve and movement problems
- Iron deficiency, which increases how much manganese you absorb
- Taking certain antibiotics (tetracyclines, quinolones). Separate doses.
Supplements that contain it
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Parts of the body it affects
Explore what each area does and the conditions that can affect it.
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