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Manganese is an essential metallic trace mineral that is grayish-white in appearance in pure form. The main industrial use of the pure metal is as a steel additive.Manganese is found in dietary sources like green leafy vegetables, nuts, seeds, kidney beans and fruits like blueberries and pineapple.The body uses manganese in many processes.Manganese is found in the cellular mitochondria and is an important co-factor in energy production. Proper cellular mitochondria function is essential for energy production, and manganese supports mitochondria health through the activation of the superoxide dismutase (SOD) enzyme.Manganese, through the SOD enzyme, works to maintain healthy mitochondria oxidant levels, thereby supporting mitochondria health, mitochondria function and mitochondrial energy production.Manganese is essential to health because the body uses manganese to support proper bone, skin, cartilage and collagen production. In this way, manganese may support bone, skin and joint health.Additionally, manganese supports healthy brain and nerve function, and it plays a key role in the proper digestion of fats, proteins and carbohydrates by supporting digestive enzymes health.Finally, manganese may aid in the absorption of choline, thiamin and ascorbic acid and encourage glucose tolerance. Manganese absorption may be inhibited by iron, zinc or calcium.Everyone in good health can benefit from manganese supplementation.The Recommended Daily Intake (R.D.I.) for manganese is 2 mg.Manganese is well-tolerated and is believed to be non-toxic at doses equal to or less than 11mg daily. It is not well-tolerated at doses above 11mg daily. It is also known that very elderly people tolerate high doses less well; hence if you fall into this category, best restrict intake in supplements.Consult with a physician prior to manganese supplementation if you work with agricultural pesticides that contain manganese, if you are an insulin-dependant diabetic, or if you are afflicted with the diseases cholestasis or cirrhosis.Manganese may be contraindicated with oral contraceptives.
