Manganese

Manganese acts as a cofactor for several enzymes, including mitochondrial superoxide dismutase. It also participates in enzymes involved in connective-tissue and bone formation.

• Scientific identity: Manganese; signature enzyme: Manganese superoxide dismutase (SOD2).
• How it works: Absorbed in small amounts: Uptake from the gut is limited and regulated, one reason ordinary diets rarely fall short. Delivered where it is needed: It is directed to the enzymes that require it rather than stored in quantity.
• Primary function: It contributes to normal energy metabolism, connective-tissue formation and protection of cells from oxidative stress.
• What it supports: Manganese supports connective-tissue maintenance, normal bone formation and the antioxidant enzymes working inside your cells.
• Important consideration: The elemental mineral amount is more meaningful than the weight of its source compound.

CARPEDIEM selected Manganese for a clearly defined role within a thoughtfully balanced formulation.

• Formulation purpose: It contributes to normal energy metabolism, connective-tissue formation and protection of cells from oxidative stress.
• Used in: CARPEDIEM Hair Skin Nails, CARPEDIEM MultiTeen and CARPEDIEM MultiWomen and other appropriate CARPEDIEM formulations.
• Works alongside: Manganese complements Calcium, Zinc and Copper to support balanced daily mineral nutrition.
• Meaningful contribution: Manganese supports connective-tissue maintenance, normal bone formation and the antioxidant enzymes working inside your cells. Supports normal bone-related metabolism as part of a balanced mineral profile.
• Quality and scientific context: The elemental mineral amount is more meaningful than the weight of its source compound. Research is shown only when an ingredient-specific study demonstrates a relevant benefit.