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Selenium is a mineral and a major
antioxidant nutrient. Selenium protects cell membranes and
prevents free radical generation, thereby decreasing the risk of
cancer and disease of the heart & blood vessels. Medical
surveys show that increased Selenium intake decreases the risk of
breast, colon, lung and prostate cancer. Selenium also preserves
tissue elasticity; slows down the aging & hardening of
tissues through oxidation; and helps in the treatment &
prevention of dandruff.
A deficiency of selenium may result in premature aging, heart disease, dandruff, and/or loose skin.
Note: Selenium is an anti-oxidant with
activity as a free radical scavenger. Populations with high blood
selenium levels are found to have lower death rates due to
cancer. Mormons have high selenium blood levels perhaps related
to their diet. Cancer patients have low selenium blood levels.
Additionally, selenium works in harmony with vitamin E. Selenium
toxicity can occur if administered improperly, so the dose of
selenium should be close to 100 MICROGRAMS (not
milligrams) per day.
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