Manganese

Description

Manganese is essential for the body to break down food. It also helps with bone and cartilage formation.

Manganese for Healthy Bones

This mineral is essential for proper and normal growth of the bone structure in humans. It has shown its effectiveness in aiding in the increase of spinal bone density.

Women usually suffer from a manganese deficiency as one of the results of menopause. Since this trace mineral contributes to slowing down the progress of osteoporosis, it is recommended to increase its consumption specially in women in order to prevent fractures.

Vitamin Absorption

Manganese helps in the process of absorbing vitamins such as vitamin B and vitamin B as well as minerals like magnesium. It functions as a cofactor for several enzymatic reactions that are required to absorb and utilize vitamins taken in from food. Increased levels of this mineral, will help you prevent having a deficiency in other vitamins.

PMS

Manganese is known to have positive effects on a wide range of conditions such as: anxiety, irritability, mood swings and depression in women (especially those linked with PMS). According to certain studies, low levels of manganese and some other minerals usually lead to severe PMS symptoms.

Inflammation and Sprains

Sprains and inflammation are usually alleviated when taking manganese, since it has a role in increasing the level of an enzyme called superoxide dismutase, a powerful antioxidant.

Patients with arthritis tend to have very low levels of Superoxide dismutase, also known as SOD. This enzyme has anti-inflammatory qualities that patients with arthritis usually need for relief. Adding manganese back into the body increases the synthesis and function of SOD, therefore, it can a decrease and a relief in symptoms of arthritis.

Sugar Levels

Manganese can control and normalize blood sugar levels, which may help prevent diabetes. Also normalizes the synthesis and secretion of insulin regulating the blood sugar and improving the quality of life of those with diabetes.