Molybdenum
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Molybdenum is a trace mineral that serves as a cofactor for a small number of enzymes involved in breaking down certain amino acids and other compounds.
Why it’s used
Taken to meet daily molybdenum requirements, typically as part of a general multivitamin-mineral formulation.
What the evidence says
NIH ODS notes that molybdenum deficiency has essentially not been observed in healthy people eating ordinary diets, and that evidence for any benefit from supplementation beyond typical dietary intake is very limited.
Dose studied
45–2000 mcg — adult RDA up to tolerable upper intake level, per NIH ODS.
Context
Adult intake recommendations are set at 45 mcg per day, with a tolerable upper intake level of 2,000 mcg per day.
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