SELENIUM 200MCG 60CAPS The potential benefits of selenium are still being researched, but a number of possible applications are already known. Several studies suggest selenium is needed for proper immune function. Combined with other minerals, selenium helps build up white blood cells that help fight infection and illness and that strengthen the immune system's operation. Provides positive impact on thyroid function and prostate health. Produces glutathione peroxidase to detoxify the body. Contains crucial mineral antioxidant that protects cells and tissues from free-radical damage. Quality and Potency Guaranteed Selenium is an essential trace mineral that is required for many important biochemical functions in the body. In humans, selenium functions as a coenzyme for the antioxidant enzyme glutathione peroxidase. Glutathione peroxidase helps neutralize harmful peroxide free radicals. Selenium also plays an important role in the production of thyroid hormones. Selenium is a coenzyme for the enzymes which are responsible for the synthesis of thyroid hormones. These enzymes are important for the regulation of basal metabolic rate (resting metabolic rate-rate at which you burn calories).
