Benefits of Manganese

In Greek, manganese means magic. These are the benefits of manganese:

• activates enzymes for metabolism

• increases bone density

• lubricates joints

• forms cartilage

• works with B-complex vitamins

• boosts immune system

The body contains a tiny amount of manganese, about 20 mg concentrated in your bones, pancreas, liver, and kidneys. A deficiency may lead to problems, BUT it's extremely rare to be lacking manganese.

Food Source with Manganese

But here's a list anyway:

1. pineapple

2. brown rice

3. garbanzo beans

4. spinach

5. rye bread

Make a fruit salad with pineapple.

Daily Requirement of Manganese

Manganese is one the least toxic minerals, and no recommended dosage has been set. It's highly unlikely that you are deficient though.

Manganese Food Supplement?

Manganese in supplements comes in many forms---manganese sulfate, manganese chloride, and chelated minerals. Chelated minerals are easily absorbed into your bloodstream.

Most mult-nutrient supplements contain manganese. This is the best way to get supplemental manganese, with other nutrients. Manganese helps the body absorb vitamin E, the B vitamins, and glucosamine. While another mineral, magnesium, helps the body absorb manganese itself.

Before starting any dietary supplement, talk to your doctor. Pregnant and nursing women should be particularly cautious. And those on medication should find out if any nutrient interacts harmfully with their meds.