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Glossary · Nutrients
Manganese (children)
A trace mineral involved in bone development and metabolism. Found in whole grains, nuts, leafy vegetables, tea. Children generally meet needs through normal diets; intake from drinking water containing high manganese can be excessive and is a developing area of pediatric environmental health.
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Miriel uses this concept across food scans, meal plans, and AI Coach responses where it is relevant to a child's profile. For the underlying clinical and scientific basis, see the research page.