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Selenium


DESCRIPTION/FUNCTION

  • Selenium is classified as a trace mineral. It may be essential for tissue respiration; associated with fat metabolism, vitamin E, and antioxidant functions (as part of the enzyme, glutathione peroxidase).

DRI (RDA or AI for Adults)

  • Adults: 55 mcg.
  • Pregnancy: 60 mcg.
  • Lactation: 70 mcg.

MAJOR SOURCES

  • Brazil nuts, oysters, liver, seafood, sardines, whole grains.
  • Specifically: Brazil nuts, oysters, chicken liver, clams, beef liver, sardines, pork, crab, salt water fish, whole wheat pasta, chicken meat dark, chicken meat light, turkey liver, lamb, sunflower seeds, plain bagel, oatmeal, soynuts.

MAINTENANCE/THERAPEUTIC RANGE

  • 100 mcg to 400 mcg.

POSSIBLE THERAPEUTIC APPLICATIONS

  • Cancer (prostate)
  • Coronary heart disease
  • HIV/AIDS
  • Immune function
  • Osteoarthritis

COMMENTS

  • Selenium works well with vitamin E.

CAUTIONS

  • None significant. Keep intake well below 1,000 mcg if taken daily for long periods of time.

 

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