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Molybdenum

Recommended Daily Intake
45 mcg

Food Sources

  • Milk
  • Legumes
  • Grains and cereals

    Problems Associated with Deficiencies

  • Coma (molybdenum deficiencies do not normally occur)

    Functions/Potential Benefits at Recommended Levels

  • Important for normal cell function
  • Important to maintain normal growth
  • Component of enzymes needed in metabolism

    Potential Benefits Under Investigation

  • None reported at this time

    Special Considerations/Possible Adverse Effects with Excess Intake

  • Tolerable Upper Intake Level (UL) is 2 mg
  • High doses can interfere with the absorption of copper and produce signs of copper deficiency

    * Information in this chart is not intended to provide a complete review on any topic.
    ** The information in this chart is in reference to healthy adults only, not to children or pregnant and lactating women.

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