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
- Sweet potato
Sweet potato, boiled without skin; added salt is not stated in the source description.
0.266 mg - Pearled barley
Cooked pearled barley; added salt/fat not specified in the source description.
0.259 mg - Banana
Ripe or slightly ripe, raw edible banana.
0.258 mg - Green cabbage
Green cabbage, raw.
0.2479 mg - Leek
Leeks, (bulb and lower leaf-portion), cooked, boiled, drained, without salt, exactly as identified by USDA.
0.247 mg - Watercress
Watercress, raw, exactly as identified by USDA.
0.244 mg - Ginger
Raw ginger root.
0.229 mg - Romaine lettuce
Green romaine lettuce, raw.
0.2271 mg - Brussels sprouts
Brussels sprouts, cooked, boiled, drained, without salt, exactly as identified by USDA.
0.227 mg - Artichoke
Artichokes, (globe or french), cooked, boiled, drained, without salt, exactly as identified by USDA.
0.225 mg - Mamey sapote
Sapote, mamey, raw, exactly as identified by USDA.
0.204 mg - Hass avocado
Hass avocado, peeled, raw.
0.1966 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