Selenium Seeking Health - 100 Vegetarian Capsules

Why choose Selenium by Seeking Health?

Selenium by Seeking Health is a natural, organic form of selenium that makes up the majority of dietary selenium intake. This form is better absorbed and retained in the body compared to inorganic forms of selenium, such as selenite. Selenium is an essential trace element that inhibits the oxidation of lipids (fats) and works synergistically with vitamin E to assist in the production of antibodies and maintain healthy liver, pancreas, thyroid, and heart function. It also serves as an antioxidant by activating glutathione peroxidase, an antioxidant enzyme that protects cell membranes from free radicals. The Selenium by Seeking Health formulation uses L-selenomethionine, a highly bioavailable, yeast-free form of organically-bound selenium chelated with methionine that supports glutathione activity. Unlike inorganic forms of selenium, Selenium by Seeking Health is not adversely affected by vitamin C.

Key Benefits and Actions of Selenium -

• Antioxidant defense : Selenium is an essential constituent of the enzyme glutathione peroxidase, which scavenges free radicals and reduces cellular peroxides into water and other harmless molecules. Glutathione peroxidase levels are closely tied to selenium status, thus inadequate levels of selenium may lead to a decreased defense mechanism against oxidative damage. Selenium also inhibits the oxidation of lipids (fats) that might otherwise lead to cell membrane destruction and provides additional antioxidant support by sparing vitamin E. In addition, selenium helps protect tissues against damage from exposure to certain heavy metals including mercury, cadmium, and lead.
• Immune function support : Adequate levels of selenium are essential for optimal immune responses. Selenium has been shown to assist in the production of antibodies, proteins produced by the immune system to respond to foreign substances that may pose threats to the body.
• Thyroid support : Selenium is required for the normal activity of the enzyme that converts the thyroid hormone T4 (thyroxine) to the biologically active thyroid hormone T3. This is especially important because this active form (T3) is the body’s primary hormonal regulator of metabolism and is important for normal growth and development.

Suggested Use : Take one capsule daily or as directed by a physician.