Solgar Selenium 100mcg is a dietary supplement in tablets, with 100µg of selenium per tablet, a quantity corresponding to 182% of the Reference Dietary Intake. Selenium is provided in an organic form, as L-selenomethionine, in a yeast-free formula. The package contains 100 tablets.
It is aimed at adults who want targeted intake of a single trace element, without the other components of a multivitamin, as well as those who avoid yeast-based formulations, a common raw material in selenium supplements.
Selenium is a trace element, i.e., a metal that the body needs in very small amounts, in the microgram range. Its main source for humans is food, and the content of foods depends directly on the selenium present in the soil where the plants were grown or the animals were grazed. Because soils differ geographically, and much of Europe is considered relatively poor in selenium, dietary intake is not uniform from country to country.
In the body, selenium is incorporated into specialized proteins, the selenoproteins, which participate in the antioxidant system of cells and in the metabolism of thyroid hormones. The L-selenomethionine form used here is organic, i.e., selenium is bound in the place of sulfur within an amino acid, methionine. This is also the form in which selenium is naturally found in plant foods.
According to the product presentation by Solgar, the formulation is presented as a source of selenium in a yeast-free formula, with the following points:
The above statements are attributed to the manufacturer and correspond to the approved claims of selenium. Selenium does not have an approved claim for detoxification from heavy metals, nor for protection against cardiac or degenerative diseases, so such statements are not used here.
It suits adults with limited consumption of selenium-rich foods, such as seafood, eggs and nuts. It also suits those who monitor their thyroid function in consultation with their doctor and want to cover this trace element nutritionally, as well as men interested in normal reproductive function. Finally, it is an option for those with yeast sensitivity. It is a dietary supplement and does not replace medical diagnosis, monitoring or treatment.
Main ingredients per tablet: Selenium 100µg (182% RDI), from L-selenomethionine without yeast. With two tablets the intake amounts to 200µg (364% RDI).
Other ingredients: calcium phosphate, microcrystalline cellulose, silicon dioxide, magnesium stearate, croscarmellose sodium.
Free of: sugar, starch, yeast, wheat, soy, gluten, dairy products, preservatives, sweeteners, artificial flavors or colors.
Form: tablets, 100 per package.
Recommended dosage: taken as a dietary supplement for adults, 1 tablet daily, preferably with a meal.
With one tablet a day the package is sufficient for 100 days of use, i.e. for more than three months. Do not exceed the recommended daily dosage. Selenium is a trace element with a narrow safety range, so avoid combining multiple formulations containing it without consulting a healthcare professional. Dietary supplements should not be used as a substitute for a balanced diet.
In pregnancy, lactation, concurrent medication or diagnosed thyroid disease, seek the opinion of a doctor or pharmacist before use. Keep the product in a cool and dry place, away from children.
Each tablet provides 100µg of selenium, i.e. 182% of the Reference Dietary Intake.
Many selenium supplements are made from selenium-enriched yeast. Here, selenium is derived from yeast-free L-selenomethionine.
There is no specific time. Taking it with a meal is convenient and a common option.
With one tablet a day, the 100 tablets last for 100 days.
The combination is common, as both contribute to the protection of cells from oxidative stress. Check your total intake.
Selenium is related to normal thyroid function, but in diagnosed disease it should only be taken in consultation with your doctor.
The formula does not contain dairy products, wheat or soy. Check the packaging label for suitability statement.
* Health claims approved under Regulation (EC) 1924/2006. The product is not intended for the prevention, treatment or cure of a human disease.
Main ingredients per tablet: Selenium 100µg (182% DV), from L-selenomethionin without yeast. With two tablets the intake amounts to 200µg (364% DV).
Other ingredients: calcium phosphate, microcrystalline cellulose, silicon dioxide, magnesium stearate, crosslinked cellulose gum.
Free of: sugar, starch, yeast, wheat, soy, gluten, dairy, preservatives, sweeteners, artificial flavors or colors.
Form: tablets, 100 per package.
Recommended dosage: taken as a dietary supplement for adults, 1 tablet daily, preferably with a meal.
With one tablet per day the package lasts for 100 days of use, i.e. for more than three months. Do not exceed the recommended daily dose. Selenium is a trace element with a narrow safety range, so avoid combining multiple supplements containing it without consulting a healthcare professional. Dietary supplements should not be used as a substitute for a balanced diet.
In case of pregnancy, breastfeeding, concurrent medication or diagnosed thyroid condition, seek the opinion of a doctor or pharmacist before use. Keep the product in a cool and dry place, away from children.
