Manganese is such an essential mineral involved in a whole host of metabolic functions.

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Manganese is abundant in a wide range of whole foods and green leafy vegetables. It is essential for growth and development as our body needs it to make cartilage and collagen.

Manganese supports:

Normal energy-yielding metabolism
Maintenance of normal bones
Formation of connective tissue
Protection of cells from oxidative stress

If you want to find foods that are a source of plant based manganese try our organic pecan nuts, organic adzuki beans, organic buckwheat groats, organic bulgar wheat.

Want to know about more nutrients your body needs daily? Take a look at our focus pages on Vitamin C, Vitamin A, Vitamin K, Vitamin E, Vitamin B1 (Thiamin), Vitamin B2, Vitamin B3, Vitamin B5, Vitamin B6, Vitamin B12, Zinc, Magnesium, Folate, Iron, Copper, Selenium, Manganese, Potassium, Phosphorus, Calcium.