EXPLORE A NUTRIENT
Manganese, Mn
Discover how amounts vary across foods, on a shared basis for comparison.
Understand this nutrient ↓What is it?
The element Mn is reported in mg; its amount does not identify a particular compound. [1] [2]
An identity reference, not the appearance of the food.
Description, source and attribution
Element Mn, atomic number 25. The graphic does not assign an oxidation state or compound to the food measurement.
Original Bitameans element graphic; symbol and atomic number from PubChem. Source · Reuse terms
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A COMMON BASIS
Foods, per 100 g
195 foods with data 11 not reported, excluded from ranking
- Lentils
Mature lentils, boiled without salt.
0.494 mg - Raspberries
Raspberries, raw, exactly as identified by USDA.
0.4935 mg - Black-eyed peas
Cowpeas, catjang, mature seeds, cooked, boiled, without salt, exactly as identified by USDA.
0.473 mg - Taro
Taro, cooked, without salt, exactly as identified by USDA.
0.449 mg - Black beans
Cooked; boiled; without salt, as stated in the USDA source description.
0.444 mg - Blueberries
Blueberries, raw, exactly as identified by USDA.
0.4228 mg - Fava beans
Broadbeans (fava beans), mature seeds, cooked, boiled, without salt, exactly as identified by USDA.
0.421 mg - Endive
Endive, raw, exactly as identified by USDA.
0.42 mg - Buckwheat
Roasted buckwheat groats, cooked.
0.403 mg - Yam
Yam, cooked, boiled, drained, or baked, without salt, exactly as identified by USDA.
0.371 mg - Strawberry
Raw strawberries.
0.3675 mg - Persimmon
Persimmons, japanese, raw, exactly as identified by USDA.
0.355 mg
All results are sorted before pagination. Bars compare amounts within this search; they do not indicate health benefits. Not reported does not mean zero.
UNDERSTAND THE DATA
The nutrient, in context
How to read this ranking
This page compares Manganese, Mn (Manganese, Mn), in mg per 100 g of food.
Chemical forms and measurement methods remain separate. “Not reported” means a value is unavailable, not that the food contains zero. A food’s rank does not determine your individual needs or diagnose a deficiency.
This NIH fact sheet concerns this nutrient. Its recommended amounts describe daily intake for the stated population, not a 100 g food portion. Keep food and supplement exposure separate as the source specifies.
NIH · OFFICE OF DIETARY SUPPLEMENTS
Manganese: Fact Sheet for Consumers
Original text published by NIH, including intake tables by age and sex, cautions, and the population context the source states. Bitameans has not performed an independent medical review or adapted these recommendations to your personal circumstances.
What is manganese and what does it do?
Manganese is a mineral that your body needs to stay healthy. Your body uses manganese to make energy and protect your cells from damage. Your body also needs manganese for strong bones, reproduction, blood clotting, and a healthy immune system.
How much manganese do I need?
The amount of manganese you need depends on your age and sex. Average daily recommended amounts are listed below in milligrams (mg).
| Life Stage | Recommended Amount |
|---|---|
| Birth to 6 months | 0.003 mg |
| Infants 7–12 months |
Identity and structure sources
- PubChem Periodic Table of Elements · Accessed 2026-09-13
- USDA FoodData Central: Foundation Foods Documentation · Accessed 2026-09-13