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Manganese

Manganese is an essential trace element that plays a crucial role in various physiological processes, making it important for preconception, pregnancy, and postpartum stages. 

While research on manganese in reproductive health is limited compared to other minerals, its significance in enzymatic reactions and antioxidant defenses indicate its potential impact on maternal and foetal well-being.

Manganese and Fertility

During preconception, manganese contributes to reproductive health by participating in the synthesis of reproductive hormones and supporting overall endocrine function.

Manganese and Pregnancy

In pregnancy, manganese is vital for the proper development of the foetus. It is involved in the formation of connective tissues and bone development, contributing to the structural integrity of the developing skeletal system. Manganese's antioxidant properties also play a role in protecting cells from oxidative stress, which is particularly relevant during the heightened metabolic demands of pregnancy.

Manganese and Postpartum

In the postpartum period, manganese continues to be important for tissue repair and recovery. It supports the body's healing processes, including the repair of connective tissues and bones stressed during pregnancy and childbirth.

References:

Faber, S., Zinn, G. M., & Kern, J. C. (2002). Manganese, Iron, and Total Parenteral Nutrition in Neonates: Determinants of Manganese Status and Relationship to Neurobehavioral Function. Journal of Parenteral and Enteral Nutrition, 26(3), 143–150.

Finley, J. W., Johnson, P. E., & Johnson, L. K. (1994). Sex affects manganese absorption and retention by humans from a diet adequate in manganese. American Journal of Clinical Nutrition, 60(6), 949–955. https://doi.org/10.1093/ajcn/60.6.949

Gropper, S., Smith, J., & Groff, J. (2009). Advanced Nutrition and Human Metabolism (5th ed.). Wadsworth Cengage Learning.

Keen, C. L., & Zidenberg-Cherr, S. (1996). Manganese. In O. Mertz (Ed.), Trace Elements in Human and Animal Nutrition (Vol. 2, 5th ed., pp. 429-463). Academic Press.