Absorption
✦Can be taken with or without food. No significant absorption interactions known.
Daily Dose
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Common dose: 1-10 mg daily
RDA: 2.3 mg for adult males, 1.8 mg for adult females
Upper limit: 11 mg
Best form: Manganese citrate, manganese gluconate
Timing: Can be taken with or without food.
Excessive manganese intake can lead to neurological effects. Consult a healthcare provider if considering supplementation, especially in high doses.
Effects
Food Sources
- Mussels5.8mg per 100g
- Hazelnuts2.3mg per 28g
- Brown rice1.1mg per cup cooked
- Pineapple0.8mg per cup
- Oats0.7mg per 28g