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Higher Levels of Manganese Lower IQ Scores In Children

Children residing in East Liverpool, Ohio were found to have higher levels of Manganese (Mn), which lowered their IQ scores, reveals a new study. Increased levels of manganese in the hair samples of the children affects the IQ score, processing speed and working memory in children.

Higher Levels of Manganese Lower IQ Scores In Children

Higher Levels of Manganese Lower IQ Scores In Children

Higher levels of manganese (Mn) in children was associated with lower IQ scores, processing speed and working memory in the city of East Liverpool, Ohio.

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