Manganese is used by the body to build skeleton, connective tissue, enhance immunity, and produce some blood chemicals. It has been used to treat arthritis, control diabetes, schizophrenia, and copper toxicity. For more details, see these books on symptoms of manganese deficiency and toxicity.
Poor balance, poor reflexes, bone abnormalities, increased infection, susceptibility to certain cancers.
Ingestion of large amounts of manganese has been linked to no side effects or conditions. Inhaling large amounts can cause a very serious condition known as Manganese poisoning.
Most green vegetables, baked beans, beef liver, blackberries, carrots, coconuts, honey, wheat, oysters, pineapple, bananas, beets, cauliflower, wheat, nuts, olives, cheese, black tea.
The recommended amount of 2 mg is easily obtained from a well balanced diet including fresh vegetables. Natural vitamin-mineral supplements contain enough Manganese to make up for dietary shortages. Additional amounts may be suggested if you have any of the conditions or deficiency symptoms listed above. Here are some of the best sources of Manganese supplements.
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