Can You Take Manganese and Selenium Together?

May affect absorption

The short answer

Manganese and selenium may interact during GI absorption, potentially reducing bioavailability of one or both.

How to arrange timing

Consider separating manganese and selenium by 2 hours.

Reference

Reference noted for this combination: NIH ODS Manganese & Selenium Fact Sheets

Important context

Whether supplements suit you together also depends on dose, product formulation, health conditions, and medication use. Ask a doctor or pharmacist first if you take medication, are pregnant or breastfeeding, or have a chronic condition.