Manganese

Metabolism

This essential microelement helps the body to absorb amino acids, carbohydrates and fats. Manganese serves as a cofactor for key enzymes that regulate vital metabolic processes in the mitochondria.

Antioxidant

Manganese-dependent enzymes also protect the cell from "oxidative stress" caused by excess of metabolic by-products called "free radicals."

Regulatory function

It is involved in over 300 chemical reactions in the body. Muscles need this mineral to contract; the nerves need it to send and receive messages. It makes your heart beat steadily.

Manganese deficiency symptoms:

Men require 2.3 mg per day, women 1.8 mg, pregnant women 2 mg, lactating women 2.6 mg.