Manganese Information

It is an antioxidant nutrient important in the blood breakdown of amino acids and the production of energy. It is necessary for the metabolism of vitamin B1 and vitamin E. Manganese also activates various enzymes which are important for proper digestion and utilization of foods and is a catalyst in the breakdown of fats and cholesterol. It is necessary for normal skeletal development and maintains sex hormone production.



Good sources of Manganese are:
nuts
avocados
eggs
brown rice
spices
whole grains


We have sorted our nutrition database by foods high in manganese. So you can easily see how much Maganese is contained in different foods. You can also search through our database using the search box below or browse the Manganese content by food category.

Manganese in foods - by food category

Baby Food		Baked Products
Beef Products		Breakfast Cereals
Cereal Grains and Pasta		Dairy Products
Drinks		Ethnic Foods
Fast Foods		Fats and Oils
Fish		Fruits
Lamb, Veal, and Game Products		Legumes and Legume Products
Meals, Entrees, and Sidedishes		Nuts
Pork		Poultry Products
Sausages and Luncheon Meats		Snacks
Soups		Spices and Herbs
Sweets		Vegetables
Cakes		Fruit Juices
Soy Products		Sauces
Shellfish		Candy
Spreads		Soda
Dried Fruits		Soups
Cookies		Biscuits

Deficiency of Manganese may cause:
paralysis
convulsions
dizziness
ataxia
loss of hearing
digestive problems
blindness and deafness in infants

For further information on nutrients RDA see our complete list for recommended dietary allowance.