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WHAT DOES SELENIUM DO? - Feed Me Food!

Seleniums main function is to inhibit oxidation of lipids. When combined with vitamin E it protects the immune system by preventing free radicals from forming. 

Utilization

Immunity
Immunity

Protection against infection

DNA
DNA

Needed for DNA synthesis

Anti Oxidant
Anti Oxidant

Selenium helps protect cells against damage from free radicals when combined with vitamin C

Metabolism
Metabolism

Needed for conversion of proteins, fats and carbohydrates for healthy digestion. Plays role in thyroid hormone metabolism

Nervous System
Nervous System

Plays an important role in the the nervous system. especially in the brain where it acts with enzymes and proteins involved in anti-oxidative defenses

Deficiency

Reproduction Issues
Reproduction Issues

Linked to sterility

Growth
Growth

Can lead to growth impairment

Bones and Joints
Bones and Joints

Arthritis

Sleep Disorder
Sleep Disorder

Has been linked to exhaustion and insomnia, excessive amounts of selenium can lead to irritability

Heart Health
Heart Health

A deficiency has been linked to heart disease, high cholesterol and cancer

Skin
Skin

An excess can cause hair-loss, brittle nails, skin eruptions pale or yellowish skin, and garlicky breath

Organs
Organs

Excessive amounts of selenium can lead to liver and kidney impairment

Needed as a catalyst for absorption and assimilation