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Manganese is a mineral which is relatively unknown by many, Patrick Holford calls it ‘the forgotten mineral. Although. Its function has quite an impact in the body. Manganese is part of the antioxidant enzyme system.

Manganese is a mineral which is relatively unknown by many, Patrick Holford calls it ‘the forgotten mineral. Although. Its function has quite an impact in the body. Manganese is part of the antioxidant enzyme system.

• Helps to balance blood sugar levels
• May help brain function
• Reduce muscle cramps and twitches
• Helps to create energy from glucose
• Normalises the central nervous system
• Helps digestion of food

Found in: Blackberry, Raspberries, Pineapple

If you suffer with cramps, muscle twitches and joint pain post training, incorporating Manganese may help if you are deficient; you may find muscles recover quicker with any problems.

Manganese can be taken as a single supplement of found in a Multivitamin & Mineral.

Although you can take up 50 mg a day, a daily intake of 5mg would be sufficient, but an increase is possible for medicinal; purposes which she would be discussed with a health professional.

1. Do not exceed daily amount

This is definitely worth taking for anyone who trains; it may be worth investing in a multivitamin with this added.

Holford, Patrick. The Optimum Nutrition Bible – Piatkus (2003)

Last Updated: 23^rd July 2010