Now Foods Selenium 100 mcg, Dietary Supplement to reduce cholesterol, regulate thyroid function and proper immune answering, 100 tablets

Selenium is an essential trace element, necessary for the formation of the antioxidant enzyme Glutathione perioxidase ( glutathione peroxidase ) , an important antioxidant enzyme that stops the oxidation of fats , especially bad (LDL) cholesterol . Selenium is also connected with the sulfuric amino acid , methionine ( methionine) in a physical form , such as is encountered in the diet.
 
Selenium is incorporated into the body in a number of vital proteins called selinioproteines (selenoproteins). The selinioproteines may reduce the risk of prostate cancer because they are involved in the production of testosterone, which is an important regulator of both normal and abnormal development . Also , these proteins help regulate thyroid function and play an important role in the immune system .
 
Until now identified twenty -five such proteins. These include : i) Peroxidase (peroxidises), which have significant anti-inflammatory properties and protect cell membranes from free radicals , ii) apoiodionases (deiodinases), which are involved in producing the active form of thyroid hormone (active thyroid hormone) and iii) proteins involved in the creation and repair of DNA.
 
 
 
Selenium reduces the chance of heart attacks and strokes due to preventive mainly capabilities. The strong antioxidant capacity, in synergy with vitamin C enhances the thyroid , pancreas , liver and immune systems. It is particularly useful to athletes because muscle protects against problems caused by free radicals, which occur after intense exercise.
 
 
 
The NOW ® SELENIUM contains 100mcg of selenium per capsule, exceeding the daily requirement for selenium in the body .