Molybdenum
Body function
Cofactor for enzymes that break down sulphur amino acids and certain toxins
Daily requirement
~45 mcg/day for adults
Deficiency signs
Extremely rare with a normal diet
Excess risks
Very high intakes may affect copper status and cause joint symptoms
At-risk groups
People with rare genetic enzyme disorders; deficiency is otherwise very uncommon
Supplement forms
Sodium molybdate or molybdenum glycinate; usually in multivitamins
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