Manganese, Blood

Manganese is a toxic essential trace element, necessary for our survival, but toxic when exposure is too great. Manganese is obtained primarily through foods such as rice, grains, beans, nuts, herbs, tea, and spinach.  

If you do not consume the recommended daily allowance of manganese your health can suffer. Magnesium is essential for many biochemical reactions in the body including those associated with maintaining a healthy immune system, metabolism, blood sugar, and blood pressure.  

If your consumption of manganese is too high serious heath problems can also occur.  Symptoms associated with high levels of manganese include headaches, insomnia, forgetfulness, weak muscles, and hallucinations.