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Albion Chelated Manganese 40 mg

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Manganese 40 mg
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Score79
A good chelated form and clear label are outweighed by a 40 mg dose that requires careful justification. Low cost does not make long-term high-dose use appropriate.
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Quantity:180 Capsule(s) • (180 servings)
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Score 79

A good chelated form and clear label are outweighed by a 40 mg dose that requires careful justification. Low cost does not make long-term high-dose use appropriate.
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Analysis

TRAACS manganese bisglycinate is a clearly identified premium chelate that avoids the weaker profile of manganese sulfate. The 40 mg elemental amount is stated directly.

The 40 mg amount is far above the adult upper intake level and presents a meaningful accumulation concern with ongoing use. The very low serving cost improves access but does not resolve dose suitability.

The capsule is best reserved for people with a defined reason for targeted manganese supplementation. Routine use without accounting for dietary manganese and other supplements may create unnecessary exposure.

Who is it for
  • Adults with a professionally identified need for manganese
  • Users who need a clearly labeled chelated form
  • People able to track total manganese intake
Best for
  • Clinician-directed manganese supplementation
  • Short-term correction of a confirmed low intake
  • Users who specifically need a chelated mineral

Pros

  • Clearly states elemental manganese
  • Uses a premium identified chelate
  • Very low serving cost

Cons

  • 40 mg is too high for casual maintenance
  • Single-mineral design offers no balancing nutrients
  • Requires careful accounting of dietary intake

Warnings

  • The 40 mg amount may exceed a safe total intake after food sources are included
  • Long-term excessive manganese can accumulate and cause neurologic harm
  • Do not stack with multivitamins or other products containing manganese

Nutrient quality

70 High impact

The named bisglycinate chelate offers strong form quality. The 40 mg amount is far above the adult upper intake level and creates a serious long-term safety concern.

Ingredient transparency

85 Highest impact

The elemental amount and branded chelate are clearly disclosed. Serving count is listed, but directions and inactive ingredients are not present in the supplied facts.

Customer satisfaction

69 High impact

The supplied satisfaction average is strong. The limited response volume leaves more uncertainty than larger samples, but no comment-level evidence was provided.

Value for money

94 Highest impact

Serving cost is very low relative to category alternatives. Low cost cannot compensate for an amount that is unsuitable for routine self-directed use.

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Ingredients

IngredientAmount per serving
Manganese (TRAACS Manganese Bisglycinate Chelate)
 40 mg
Adults 18–50
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Manganese (TRAACS Manganese Bisglycinate Chelate) · 40 mg OverallScore78
A+ Active Ingredient Quality & BioavailabilityD- Dose, Safety & Label TransparencyA+ Value

TRAACS bisglycinate is a premium and clearly identified manganese form. The elemental amount is far above the adult upper limit, creating a meaningful risk of manganese accumulation and neurologic harm with long-term daily use. The low serving cost does not outweigh the need for clinician-directed dosing.

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