Selenium: The Tiny Mineral with Mighty Health Benefits
Dr. Joseph Mercola - Take Control of Your Health · Dr. Joseph Mercola
April 16, 202511m 3s
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- Selenium is a trace mineral essential for health, supporting immune function, hormone regulation, and fighting oxidative stress
- Incorporated into 25 selenoproteins, selenium is crucial for antioxidant production, particularly glutathione peroxidase, which neutralizes harmful free radicals and prevents cellular damage
- Research shows selenium benefits cardiovascular health, with supplementation reducing rates of Keshan disease in deficient regions and supporting overall heart function
- This mineral plays a vital role in thyroid function by helping convert inactive T4 hormone to active T3, with supplementation improving hormone conversion in those with thyroid disorders
- Research indicates selenium has anticancer properties, helping normalize tumor vasculature, enhancing cancer treatments, and targeting proteins involved in tumor growth and drug resistance