Selenium Supplement, Yeast Free, NOW Foods - 200mcg - 180 Capsules

NOW Foods Selenium Supplement is an important part of antioxidant enzymes that protect cells. Selenium is an essential trace mineral and functions as part of the antioxidant enzyme glutathione perioxidase. It is bonded to the essential sulfur amino acid, methionine, in a naturally occuring form as found in the diet. Selenium is found most abundantly in Brazil Nuts, organ meats, seafood, and wheat germ.*

Selenium: What is it?

Selenium is an essential trace mineral in the human body. Selenium is an important part of antioxidant enzymes that protect cells against the effects of free radicals that are produced during normal oxygen metabolism. The body has developed defenses such as antioxidants to control levels of free radicals because they can damage cells and contribute to the development of some chronic diseases. Selenium is also essential for normal functioning of the immune system and thyroid gland. Now Foods Selenium Supplement provides 200 mcg of selenium per capsule.

When can selenium deficiency occur? Selenium deficiency is most commonly seen in parts of China where the selenium content in the soil, and therefore selenium intake, is very low. Selenium deficiency is linked to Keshan Disease. The most common signs of selenium deficiency seen in Keshan Disease are an enlarged heart and poor heart function. Keshan disease has been observed in low-selenium areas of China, where dietary intake is less than 19 mcg per day for men and less than 13 mcg per day for women. This intake is significantly lower than the current RDA for selenium.

Selenium deficiency also may affect thyroid function because selenium is essential for the synthesis of active thyroid hormone. Researchers also believe selenium deficiency may worsen the effects of iodine deficiency on thyroid function, and that adequate selenium nutritional status may help protect against some of the neurologic effects of iodine deficiency.

Selenium deficiency has been seen in those who rely on total parenteral nutrition (TPN) as their sole source of nutrition. TPN is a method of feeding nutrients through an intravenous (IV) line to people whose digestive systems do not function. Forms of nutrients that do not require digestion are dissolved in liquid and infused through the IV line. It is important for TPN solutions to provide selenium in order to prevent a deficiency.

Severe gastrointestinal disorders may decrease the absorption of selenium, resulting in selenium depletion or deficiency. Gastrointestinal problems that impair selenium absorption usually affect absorption of other nutrients as well, and require routine monitoring of nutritional status.

Product Details:

Serving Size: 1 Capsule

Suggested Use: As a dietary supplement, take one capsule daily, preferably with meals.

Servings per container: 180

Nutrition Informaion:

Nutrition Informaion for Selenium Yeast Free:

Amount Per Serving % Daily Value
Selenium (as L-Selenomethionine) 200 mcg 286%
* Percent Daily Values are based on 2,000 calorie diet.
† Daily Value not established.

Other Ingredients: Rice Flour, Gelatin (capsule), Magnesium Stearate.

Free of: sugar, yeast, salt, milk, corn, wheat, gluten, soy, preservatives, colors.

Warnings: Do not exceed one capsule daily, except under the guidance of a health care practitioner. Persons living in areas of high soil selenium, such as the Dakotas, should consult a physician prior to use.

Brand: Now Foods
Selenium Yeast Free 200mcg - 180 Caps