The benefits of manganese range from supporting bone health to assisting with blood clotting.
Here are the food sources that contain it.
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Among the full range of essential minerals, manganese tends to fly under the radar.
registered dietitian nutritionist and owner of Amy Gorin Nutrition
I think manganese is quite underrated, says registered dietitianNatalie Olsen, RDN, LD, ACSM-EP.
Its required for the metabolic processes involving amino acids, glucose, cholesterol, and the breakdown of carbohydrates.
What is manganese?
What are the benefits of manganese?
It supports bone health.
It helps fight inflammation.
It boosts blood quality.
The daily value for manganese is 2.3 milligrams, says Gorin.
(Though pregnant and breastfeeding people may need up to 2.6 mg daily.)
registered dietitian nutritionist and owner of Amy Gorin Nutrition
What are the best sources of manganese?
Consider the classicrice-and-beans combofor a well-rounded (and longevity-boosting) dish.Oatmealalso has 0.7 mg per 12 cup serving.
Not a fan of the taste?
Up your intake with thisspinach-rich pesto, which is also loaded with fragrant garlic and rosemary.
Not to mention, chickpeas are also loaded with fiber and can help keep blood-sugar and energy levels even-keeled.
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