Selenium capsules from NOW
When you buy Now Foods Selenium , you receive 180 vegan selenium capsules. One capsule has a dosage of 200 mcg selenium. Now Foods guarantees the highest quality thanks to its production from high-quality ingredients and strict controls.
What is selenium?
Selenium is one of the essential trace elements and is a component of various enzymes. The body cannot produce selenium itself, but it is vital for it[1].
What effect does selenium have?
Selenium is involved in numerous processes in the body. As an antioxidant , it plays an important role in the immune system. It is essential for the formation of thyroid hormones and plays a role in sperm production[1].
The following statements about the effect of selenium have been scientifically proven:
- Selenium contributes to normal spermatogenesis
- Selenium contributes to the maintenance of normal hair
- Selenium contributes to the maintenance of normal nails
- Selenium contributes to the normal function of the immune system
- Selenium contributes to the normal function of the thyroid gland
- Selenium contributes to the protection of cells from oxidative stress
As selenium is involved in many important reactions in the body, a long-term selenium deficiency can lead to various consequences.
How does a selenium deficiency manifest itself?
If the selenium metabolism is disturbed, e.g. due to a genetic mutation, this can lead to a selenium def iciency in the body. As a result, the normal function of the immune system and sperm production may be impaired.
A lack of selenium in the diet is rather rare in European countries[1].
Where is selenium found?
The body cannot produce selenium itself, but must ingest it through food. The trace element is found in animal and plant foods . However, the amount of selenium in plant sources depends on the selenium content of the soil.
Animal selenium foods are mainly fish, such as tuna, herring or shrimp. Eggs and meat can also be good sources of selenium, as animal feed is enriched with selenium in the EU.
One plant source of selenium is the Brazil nut. The intake of one medium-sized Brazil nut alone can cover the daily requirement of selenium. Other sources include wheat and oat bran, rice, mushrooms, shiitake mushrooms, white beans, broccoli or asparagus.[2]
To avoid the consequences or symptoms of selenium deficiency, selenium supplements can be useful in addition to a balanced diet.
In addition to Now Foods Selenium , you can also find many more in our store Minerals & trace elements.
INGREDIENTS
Dosage: 1 veg. capsule
Ingredients per dosage:
- L-selenomethionine 40mg
- of which selenium 200mcg / 364%
Ingredients: rice flour, hypromellose (cellulose capsule) and stearic acid (vegetable source).
Not manufactured with wheat, gluten, soy, milk, egg, fish, shellfish or tree nut ingredients. Produced in a GMP facility that processes other ingredients containing these allergens.
APPLICATION
Take 1 capsule per day with plenty of water. Or after consultation with your doctor or alternative practitioner
LEGAL NOTICE
Food supplements are not a substitute for a balanced and varied diet. Store out of the reach of children. Do not exceed the recommended daily intake. If you have a bad reaction to the product, stop taking it immediately. Please consult your doctor if you wish to use dietary supplements and are being treated for a medical condition or if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
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SOURCES
[1 ]Selected questions and answers on selenium. German Society for Nutrition e.V. dge.de. March 2021, retrieved on 01.03.2022.
[2]Selenium-containing foods: particularly high levels here. Luise Rau. Utopia. Utopia.de. 27.10.2018. Retrieved on 01.03.2022.
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