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Nutrition 101: Selenium

Published in June 2007
Prepared by Jessica Hookham
Reviewed by Gloria Tsang, RD





Common names
  • Selenium
Recommended Intake
  • Males and females 19+ years: 55 ug/day
What's Selenium for?
  • Part of a powerful antioxidant, thus protects against free radicals
  • Helps regulate thyroid function
  • Assists in immune function
  • May prevent some types of cancer
Best Food sources
  • Meat, chicken, seafood, fish, eggs, brazil nuts, grains, garlic, mushroom
  • Present in plant foods, but varies by region and type of soil
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