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Chelated Manganese

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Manganese 8 mg
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Score88
A good chelated form and clear label are outweighed by a 8 mg dose that requires careful justification. Low cost does not make long-term high-dose use appropriate.
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Quantity:100 Tablet(s) • (100 servings)
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Score 88

A good chelated form and clear label are outweighed by a 8 mg dose that requires careful justification. Low cost does not make long-term high-dose use appropriate.
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$7.56($0.07 per serving)
Vitacost
$ 7.93
iHerb
$ 7.56
Daily Vita
$ 8.83
Walmart
$ 13.68
Pure Formulas
$ 8.02
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Analysis

Manganese glycinate amino-acid chelate is an absorbable chelated form that avoids the weaker profile of manganese sulfate. The 8 mg elemental amount is stated directly.

The 8 mg amount sits close to the adult upper intake level once food sources are included, so it is more targeted than a basic maintenance dose. The very low serving cost improves access but does not resolve dose suitability.

The tablet 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 chelated form
  • Very low serving cost

Cons

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

Warnings

  • The 8 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

95 Highest impact

Chelated manganese and a meaningful amount create a focused nutrient profile. The amount remains below the adult upper limit, although total intake from other sources still matters.

Ingredient transparency

84 Highest impact

The elemental manganese amount and chemical form are clearly identified. Serving count is shown, but directions and inactive ingredients are not included in the supplied facts.

Customer satisfaction

73 High impact

The supplied satisfaction average is strong. The large response volume makes that average relatively stable, but no comment-level evidence was provided.

Value for money

98 Highest impact

Serving cost is very low relative to category alternatives. Strong form quality and a focused formula support the low serving cost.

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Ingredients

IngredientAmount per serving
Manganese (Manganese Glycinate Amino Acid Chelate)
 8 mg
Gluten Free Adults 18–50 Vegan Kosher Dairy Free Sugar Free Vegetarian
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Manganese (Manganese Glycinate Amino Acid Chelate) · 8 mg OverallScore100
A+ Active Ingredient Quality & BioavailabilityA+ Dose, Safety & Label TransparencyA+ Value

A chelated glycinate form, clear elemental labeling, and a target-range dose make this a focused manganese option. The dose provides meaningful support without approaching excessive intake. Very low serving cost gives it excellent efficiency for a dedicated mineral supplement.

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