Selenium’s main function is to inhibit the oxidation of fats (lipids) as a component of the enzyme gluthione peroxidase. Selenium is a vital antioxidant and when combined with Vitamin E it protects the immune system by prevention of free radicals, help maintain an healthy liver and heart.
Signs of deficiency:
- Exhaustion
- Growth impairment
- High cholesterol levels
- Infections
- Liver impairments
- Pancreatic insufficiency
Effective for:
- Cancer
- Cardiac arrhythmias
- Heart and artery disease
- Rheumatoid arthritis
- Osteoarthritis
- Colitis
- Psoriasis
- Thyroid disease
- Metal poisoning
- Pancreatitis
- Birth defect prevention
- AIDS
- Fertility
Supplements:
Selenomethionine, sodium selenite
Recommended Dose:
- 200 mcg daily
- For treating conditions such as inflammation, viral infections, heavy metal contamination 400 mcg
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