Manganese is a mineral that helps your body produce energy, build strong bones, and protect cells from damage. It also helps with blood clotting, reproduction, and a healthy immune system.
What does manganese do?
Helps form connective tissue, bones, blood clotting factors, and sex hormones
Plays a role in fat and carbohydrate metabolism
Helps with calcium absorption
Helps regulate blood sugar
Helps treat inflammatory disorders
Decreases risk for health conditions like stroke
Manganese deficiency might cause bone demineralization and poor growth in children