Selenium
What is Selenium?
Selenium is an essential trace mineral present in almost every cell of the body. The highest concentrations of selenium in the body are found in the kidneys, liver, pancreas, spleen and testes. Selenium can be obtained in the diet through seafood, poultry, meat, grains, brazil nuts and in supplement form.
Health Benefits
Selenium is very important for good health, and has many functions. Helping to boost the immune system, selenium also has powerful antioxidant properties to help keep disease at bay. Studies show selenium to have strong cancer-preventative properties, and to have anti-inflammatory activity. Additionally, selenium may help prevent heart attack and stroke by making blood less likely to clot, and by increasing HDL (good) cholesterol levels.
Research shows that selenium may be important in the prevention of age-related macular degeneration and the formation of cataracts.
Selenium may also help suppress or shorten the duration of herpes outbreaks.
Selenium may also help to enhance male fertility.
Usage Indications
Most people in well-developed countries obtain at least the RDA (recommended daily allowance) of selenium (60 mcg for women; 70 mcg for men). Multi-vitamin supplements also provide sufficient amounts of selenium. Therefore, supplementation is not usually necessary for healthy individuals. Consult your doctor before taking a selenium supplement, and use as directed.
Take at least 400 IU of vitamin E with selenium for maximum absorption.
Recommended Dosages
(May be covered by your daily multivitamin)
Acne: 400mcg daily
Aging: 400mcg daily
Cancer: 200mcg daily
Cataracts: 200mcg daily
Herpes: 600mcg daily for the duration of the outbreak only
Hair problems: 200mcg daily
Lupus: 200mcg daily
Macular degeneration: 200 mcg daily
- Side Effects: Taking more than 600mcg daily over an extended period may cause selenosis (selenium toxicity).
- Indications: Pregnant/nursing women should not exceed the RDA (60mcg and 70mcg, respectively). Consult your physician before using a selenium supplement. This supplement is not intended to replace proven therapies for serious conditions.
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