NOW FOODS SELENIUM 100MCG BY 100

NOW FOODS SELENIUM 100MCG BY 100

NOW FOODS SELENIUM -100MCG BY 100 offers an essential mineral supplement, selenium, which is a crucial antioxidant nutrient known to work effectively with vitamin E. Selenium is vital for various physiological processes in the body and is necessary for life.

Active Ingredients:

• Selenium
• Other Ingredients: Microcrystalline Cellulose, Stearic Acid (vegetable source), and Magnesium Stearate (vegetable source)

Health Benefits:

• Acts as a powerful antioxidant
• May reduce the risk of certain cancers
• May protect against heart disease
• Helps prevent mental decline
• Important for thyroid health
• Boosts the immune system
• May help reduce asthma symptoms

Precautions and Side Effects:

Selenium may cause stomach discomfort, headache, and rash. High doses can lead to hair loss, fatigue, nausea, vomiting, and weight loss. Extremely high doses can result in organ failure and death. For pregnancy and breastfeeding, selenium is possibly safe when used short-term in amounts not exceeding 400 mcg daily.

Administration:

For oral dosage form (tablets): To prevent deficiency, the amount is based on normal daily recommended intakes:

• Adult and teenage males—40 to 70 micrograms (mcg) per day
• Adult and teenage females—45 to 55 mcg per day