Molybdenum is a trace element found in a wide variety of foods.
Foods that grow above ground - such as peas, leafy vegetables
(including broccoli and spinach) and cauliflower - tend to be
higher in molybdenum than meat and foods that grow below the
ground, such as potatoes. Foods particularly high in molybdenum
include nuts, tinned vegetables, and cereals such as oats. How
much do I need?You should be able to get all the molybdenum you
need from your daily diet. What does it do?It helps make and
activate some of the enzymes involved in repairing and making
genetic material. What happens if I take too much?Some evidence
suggests taking molybdenum supplements might cause joint pain.
There isn't enough evidence to know what the effects might be of
taking molybdenum supplements. What is FSA advice?You should be
able to get all the molybdenum you need by eating a varied and
balanced diet. The molybdenum we get from food isn't likely to
be harmful.