Manganese is needed for healthy skin, bone, and cartilage formation as well as glucose tolerance. It also helps activate superoxide dismutase (SOD)—an important antioxidant enzyme. Where is it found? Nuts, wheat germ, wheat bran, leafy green vegetables, beet tops, pineapple, and seeds are all good sources of manganese.

In what conditions might manganese be supportive?

• hypoglycemia
• osteoporosis