Solgar Chelated Manganese 100 Tablets is a vegan food supplement that provides 8mg of manganese, in a chelated bisglycinate form, in each tablet taken once daily. Manganese contributes to the normal maintenance of bones and to normal energy-yielding metabolism.

Key Features

• 8mg of manganese as bisglycinate: Each tablet provides 8mg of manganese bound to the amino acid glycine, a chelated mineral form.
• Supports normal bone maintenance and connective tissue formation: Manganese contributes to the maintenance of normal bones and to normal connective tissue formation.
• Contributes to normal energy metabolism and antioxidant protection: Manganese contributes to normal energy-yielding metabolism and helps protect cells from oxidative stress.
• Vegan, vegetarian and kosher: Suitable for vegans, vegetarians and those following a kosher diet, and free from gluten, wheat, dairy, soya and yeast.

How much manganese is safe to take each day?

The UK Expert Group on Vitamins and Minerals has set a safe level of intake for manganese of 8mg a day for adults from all sources combined. This tablet alone provides the full 8mg, and manganese also occurs naturally in foods such as tea, wholegrains, nuts and leafy vegetables, so it's worth considering your total intake from diet and supplements together.

What does "chelated" mean?

Chelated means the mineral is bound to an amino acid before being made into a tablet. In this product, manganese is bound to glycine, forming manganese bisglycinate.

Which foods naturally contain manganese?

Manganese occurs naturally in foods such as tea, wholegrains, nuts and leafy green vegetables.

• Vegetarian
• Vegan
• Gluten-Free

Active ingredient: Manganese (as bisglycinate) 8mg per tablet (400% NRV).

Other ingredients: Bulking agents (dicalcium phosphate, microcrystalline cellulose), cellulose gum, anti-caking agent (vegetable magnesium stearate).

Additional information: Suitable for vegans, vegetarians and those following a kosher diet; free from gluten, wheat, dairy, soya and yeast.

Adults should take one tablet daily, preferably at mealtime. Do not exceed the stated dose.

The following precautions apply:

• The UK Expert Group on Vitamins and Minerals has set a safe level of intake for manganese of 8mg a day for adults from all sources; this tablet alone provides the full 8mg, and manganese is also found naturally in foods such as tea, wholegrains, nuts and leafy vegetables, so total daily intake should be considered.
• If you're pregnant, breastfeeding, taking any medication or have a medical condition, consult a healthcare practitioner before taking this product.
• Do not use if the outer bottle seal is missing or damaged.
• Keep out of reach of children.
• Food supplements should not be used instead of a varied and balanced diet and a healthy lifestyle.

No side effects are reported by the manufacturer for this product when taken as directed.