- Highly bioavailable, form
- No magnesium stearate
Swanson SeMSC Selenium is a dietary supplement containing selenium in the form of methylselenocysteine.
Selenium, although needed in small amounts, is an essential element for the proper functioning of our bodies. Foods that are good sources of selenium include offal, fish, shellfish, dairy products, as well as dry pulses and nuts. Selenium is found in inorganic (sodium selenite, sodium selenate) and organic (selenomethionine, selenocysteine) forms. Organic selenium compounds have better bioavailability.
Selenium helps in the proper functioning of the thyroid gland. It is part of the enzyme deiodinase, which participates in the metabolism of thyroid hormones (it is involved in the conversion of thyroxine (T4) to triiodothyronine (T3)).
Selenium helps protect cells from oxidative stress. As a component of the antioxidant enzymes glutathione peroxidase and thioredoxin reductase, it participates in processes designed to scavenge free radicals.
Selenium contributes to the normal course of spermatogenesis. This element helps maintain the proper structure of male reproductive cells and protects them from free radicals. In addition, low levels of selenium negatively affect sperm motility.
Selenium also helps in the proper functioning of the immune system and helps maintain healthy hair and nails.
