"As an essential part of the
biochemical reactions that affect bone, cartilage, brain function and energy supply,
manganese is indicated as a deficiency in a wide variety of ailments. "Manganese has
a definite impact on a person's mental activities. If the mental faculties are to remain
well-balance and under control rather than unruly and chaotic, manganese must be balanced
and supplied in proper quantities," as stated by Dr. Bernard Jensen in his book The
Chemistry of Man. Manganese is required for bone metabolism and many enzyme reactions.
Jeanne Freeland-Graves, R.D., Ph.D. states that, "This is one mineral that you will
definitely be hearing more about in the future." Well the future is today!
Manganese is the element that is often found in combination with
lecithin. Lecithin is a brain and nerve fat. manganese gives us strong nerves,
coordination of thoughts and produces elasticity with quick recuperative ability.
According to Dr. Carl C. Pfeiffer, manganese is needed in the formation of thyroxin which
is produced by the thyroid gland. Manganese is also indicated for successfully helping
those suffering from schizophrenia. Manganese is part of the entire brain system and is
used whenever any of our mental faculties are utilized.
Manganese makes up part of a molecule know as mucopolysaccharides.
These molecules are used to form collagen, the strong, fibrous, connective material that
builds tissues throughout the body. This includes bone and cartilage, the rubbery
cushioning found where bones meet. The mesh of collagen is the framework on which calcium, magnesium and other
bone-hardening minerals are deposited.
Manganese is found in the bloodstream. It is metabolized in a similar
way as iron. It carries oxygen from the lungs to the cell yet it is different than iron as
it is not hematinic. Manganese is part of the proper development of the structure of the
fragile ear bones and joint cartilage. Although manganese is only found in small amounts
in the body, it is vital, and if it is missing, it is impossible to maintain good health
unless it is replaced. Because of the importance of manganese in bone and cartilage
maintenance, proper levels of manganese may reduce the $20 billion corporate America
spends yearly to treat carpal tunnel syndrome, as reported by Dr. Joel Wallach in Rare
Earth's.
Manganese also influences the intestinal tract lining, biliary lining,
laryngeal passages, excretory duct of the liver, the ovaries and the linings of the
generative organs. It has a positive effect on the libido of men and women. Women who have
PMS or menstrual cramps usually need both calcium and
manganese. When researchers analyzed women's premenstrual symptoms, they noticed a clear
pattern: Most women reported much less severe symptoms when they followed a diet high in
both calcium and manganese.
Manganese deficiency produces varied and peculiar symptoms and
complaints. It is almost never found in excess, but is lacking in many cases because it is
found in only minute traces in some foods, and is totally absent in many. Manganese is to
be considered when a tonic or favorable effect is desired on linings, membranes, joints,
ligaments, gelatinous and tubular structures.
Although the symptoms of manganese deficiency are extensive, below is a
partial list of some conditions believed to assist the body through the intake of
Manganese:
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