Molybdenum

Description

Molybdenum, MO, is an essential Micromineral.

Adrenal System

 Molybdenum concentrates in the Adrenal Glands.

Excretory System

 Molybdenum concentrates in the Kidneys and may enhance the function of the Kidneys.  ^[1]

Immune System

 Molybdenum may help to prevent some forms of Cancer:  ^[2]

 Molybdenum may help to prevent Cancer - Breast.  ^[3]

 Cancer - Esophagus may occur as a result of Molybdenum deficiency.  ^[4]

 Molybdenum may protect the body from some chemical carcinogens.

 Molybdenum may be useful for the treatment of Cancer - Kidney.  ^[5]

 Molybdenum (Tetrathiomolybdate form) may exert antiangiogenic effects in Mesothelioma patients.  ^[6]

 Molybdenum may protect the body from the carcinogenic effects of dietary Nitrosamines (due to its incorporation into the Nitrate Reductase enzyme that prevents the conversion of Nitrates to Nitrosamines within the Stomach). 

 Molybdenum may help to prevent Cancer - Stomach.  ^[7]

Metabolism

 Molybdenum possesses Antioxidantsproperties:

 Molybdenum activates the Xanthine Oxidase enzyme which is responsible for the production of the powerful Antioxidant - Uric Acid.

 Molybdenum concentrates in the Liver and may enhance the function of the Liver.  ^[8]

 Molybdenum is utilized in the treatment of Wilson's Disease(it facilitates the excretion of excess Copper that intricately underlies this ailment).  ^[9]

Musculoskeletal System

 Molybdenum (400 - 500 mcg per day) may alleviate some cases of Backache.  ^[10]

 Molybdenum concentrates in the Bones.  ^[11]

 Molybdenum (400 - 500 mcg per day) may alleviate the symptoms of Osteoarthritis.  ^[12]

 Molybdenum (400 - 500 mcg per day) may alleviate the symptoms of Rheumatoid Arthritis.  ^[13]

Oral Health

 Tooth Decay may occur as a result of Molybdenum deficiency.  ^[14]

Sexual System

 Impotence - Male may occur as a result of Molybdenum deficiency.  ^[15]

Skin

 Molybdenum concentrates in the Skin.  ^[16]