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Low Levels of Manganese Can Aggravate Inflammatory Bowel Disease

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Researchers at the University of Michigan have delved deeper into the relationship between manganese deficiency and inflammatory bowel disease and found that low levels of this micronutrient can exacerbate intestinal injury and inflammation.
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This study reveals a connection between low manganese levels and the worsening of inflammatory bowel disease, which includes conditions such as Crohn’s disease and colitis. The researchers found that people with a genetic variant in the SLC39A8 gene, which is responsible for helping the body regulate manganese, are more likely to suffer from manganese deficiency. A lack of this micronutrient can lead to increased intestinal injury and inflammation, making symptoms of inflammatory bowel disease worse.

Manganese is an essential mineral that plays a number of important roles in the body, including aiding immune function, bone formation, and carbohydrate metabolism. It is found in plant-based foods such as grains, nuts, and vegetables. Modern diets, which often emphasize animal products such as meat, dairy, and eggs, tend to lack sufficient manganese. According to the study, dietary manganese intake has dropped significantly in developed countries over the past 15 years, which may be contributing to a rise in bowel diseases.

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