Selenium is a very important antioxidant micro-mineral for our immune system, and despite only being needed in small quantities, those small quantities are vital to good health
The quantity of selenium in our foods varies significantly depending on the soil selenium levels where the crops are grown. A concerning statistic is that in Britain, nearly 90% of people are selenium deficient, and the importance of selenium cannot be overstated
Cell Mutations:
This mineral is essential for our immune systems and optimum selenium levels have been shown in clinical studies to help reduce the risk of developing many different forms of undesirable Cell Mutations. Optimum levels stimulate and increase white blood cells that defend the body against foreign organisms by producing more Antibodies
The Heart:
Optimum selenium levels help protect our cardiovascular system for a healthy heart
Digestive System:
Many common ailments are often associated with a compromised digestive system, causing more detrimental bacteria/microorganisms which “crowd out” the beneficial bacteria. Selenium helps inhibit the development of (and helps kill) many types of detrimental microorganisms. People with digestive complaints are often Selenium deficient
Inflammation:
Proper levels of selenium help to block the entry to cells of harmful antigens and selenium is necessary to help reduce inflammation
Auto-Immunity:
Selenium can be useful for the treatment and prevention of auto-immune diseases
Eyesight:
200mcg of selenium daily may help to prevent age-related macular degeneration
Prostate:
Optimum levels can improve prostate function and help prevent enlarged prostate
Selenium Depletion:
Some of the common substances that may deplete the body's reserves of selenium even further include:
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Alcohol
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Tobacco
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Mercury dental fillings
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Aluminium cans and cookware
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Intensive exercise
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Stress
Ageing Process:
Researchers have shown that optimum selenium can slow down the ageing process and increase our lifespan