Minerals - Molybdenum (Mo) Flashcards
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Molybdenum (Mo)
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Molybdenum (Mo) is an essential trace mineral that is a co-factor in various enzymes involved in detoxification e.g.:
* Sulphite oxidase: Detoxification of sulphite to sulphate to prevent the dangerous accumulation of sulphites in the body
* Xanthine oxidase: Formation of uric acid from purine breakdown
* Aldehyde oxidase: The clearance of drugs containing aldehydes (also endotoxins found in candida overgrowth)
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Food sources:
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Food sources include:
* Legumes (the richest source – especially black eyed peas)
* Whole grains
* Nuts
* Leafy green vegetables
* Beef liver
* Milk
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Deficiency
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Unknown in humans and average consumption falls within the recommended levels (adults: 45 mcg / day: TUL 2mg)
