Do minerals play a role in development of multiple sclerosis?
Study finds no association between mineral levels or dietary mineral intake and an increased risk of multiple sclerosis.... Read More...
manganese
Researchers Explore Link Between Metal Exposure and Parkinson’s Symptoms
Chronic exposure to manganese, as experienced by some working as industrial welders, has been linked to the onset of Parkinson's like symptoms. Researchers report manganese exposure can cause misfolded alpha-synuclein, a hallmark of Parkinson's disease. ... Read More...
How Manganese Produces a Parkinsonian Syndrome
Study reports an accumulation of manganese in cells may disrupt protein transportation, resulting in Parkinsonian syndrome.... Read More...
Higher Manganese Levels in Children Correlate With Lower IQ Scores
Higher levels of manganese in blood and hair samples has been linked to slower working memory and lower IQ in children, a new study reports. Researchers report children who live in areas with high environmental levels of manganese are at significant risk of neurodevelopmental problems.... Read More...
Baby Teeth Link Autism and Heavy Metals
According to researchers, the baby teeth of children with autism contain higher concentrations of toxic lead, and less manganese and zinc that children who are not on the spectrum.... Read More...
Low Levels of Manganese in Welding Fumes Cause Parkinson’s-Like Neurological Problems
A new study reports exposure to airborne manganese in welding fumes contribute to Parkinson's like neurological problems.... Read More...
Attention Deficits Caused by Early Exposure to Manganese: Rat Study
Rats exposed to manganese during early development had lasting attention deficits, a new study reports.... Read More...
Increased Clumsiness in Former Welders
Welders who are exposed to manganese from welding fumes, risk developing increased clumsiness – and the result may remain decades after exposure has ceased. Thi... Read More...