Selenium is an essential trace element necessary for the formation of the antioxidant enzyme Glutathione perioxidase (Glutathione peroxidase), an important enzyme with antioxidant properties that stops the oxidation of fats particularly of bad (LDL) cholesterol.
Selenium is also linked to the amino acid methionine (methionine) in a natural form as found in the diet. Selenium is incorporated into the body in a large number of vital proteins called selenoproteins (selenoproteins).
Selenium proteins may reduce the risk of prostate cancer because they participate in the production of testosterone hormone which is an important regulator of both normal and abnormal growth. Also, these proteins help regulate the function of the thyroid gland and play an important role in the immune system. Twenty five such proteins have been identified so far.
Among them are: i) peroxiases (peroxidases) which have important anti-inflammatory properties and protect cell membranes from free radicals ii) deiodinases which participate in the production of active thyroid hormone (active thyroid hormone) and iii) proteins that participate in the creation and repair of DNA. Selenium reduces the likelihood of cardiac and cerebral episodes thanks to its mainly preventive capabilities.
Its strong antioxidant property in synergy with vitamin E strengthens the thyroid, pancreas, liver and immune system. It is particularly useful for athletes as it protects against muscle problems caused by free radicals that appear after intense exercise.
NOW® SELENIUM contains 100mcg selenium per capsule, exceeding the daily requirement of the body for selenium.DOES NOT contain: sugar salt starch milk eggs corn flour yeast gluten soy.
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