Selenium is one of the trace minerals like Iron and Chromium that regulates the body’s physiological functions. Selenium protects cells from oxidative damages and helps with maintaining thyroid metabolism. It also maintains the functions of the immune and reproductive systems. There is limited scientific evidence showing that Selenium might help prevent cancer and heart disease as well. The recommended daily dietary intake of Selenium for adults is 55 mcg.
You should only take a Selenium supplement when you have a Selenium deficiency or are unable to take sufficient Selenium in your diet. Selenium can also be prescribed as an injection (Selesyn) in hospitals to treat Selenium deficiency.
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