Hormones & Metabolism
Selenium
Se — Element #34
An essential trace mineral the body uses in a small but important set of antioxidant enzymes — particularly those that protect the thyroid and recycle vitamin E. Selenium has a narrow therapeutic wind...
Helps with
- Cofactor For Glutathione Peroxidase, One Of The Body's Main Antioxidant Defense Enzymes
- Critical For Thyroid Hormone Activation — Selenium-Dependent Enzymes Convert T4 Into The Active T3
- Supports Immune Function And The Body's Defense Against Viral Infection
- May Reduce Thyroid Antibody Levels In Autoimmune Thyroid Disease
Note Excess selenium causes selenium toxicity (selenosis) — symptoms include hair loss, brittle nails, garlic breath, fatigue, and nerve damage Note Brazil nut content varies enormously by region — eating a handful daily can deliver toxic levels over time