25 Manganese Mn
Manganese is abundant in mitochondria in the liver,
Especially while helping to activate the enzyme
It is a nutrient that is deeply involved in metabolism in the body.
Manganese is one of the essential “essential minerals" for humans,
Taking too much may cause addiction.
From occupational characteristics such as refining, manufacturing, and welding that handle manganese
Many people get addicted, so be careful.
In addition, manganese, which is also contained in a large amount in the soil,
It may be mixed with dust and taken into the body through the respiratory tract.
If you have a normal diet, you don’t have to worry about manganese deficiency.
Main function of manganese
- Constituent of pyruvate carboxylase
- Produces and activates various enzymes
- Synthesize fatty acids and cholesterol
- Promote bone formation
- Synthesize insulin
- Protein synthesis and energy production
When manganese is insufficient
Abnormal metabolism of bone, glycolipid, and skin,
It may cause blood coagulation disorder and decreased reproductive function.
If you take too much manganese
Mental illness due to manganese poisoning,
It may cause central nervous system disorders and decreased reproductive function.
Foods high in manganese
The amount of manganese required per serving is 1.17g.
The following vegetables are high in manganese.
Shiso
basil
Asparagus