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Selenium 50 mcg

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What the Evidence Says

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Selenium is an essential trace mineral that supports thyroid function and acts as an antioxidant to protect cells from oxidative stress. There is strong evidence regarding its role in metabolic health and immune system support. This specific dosage is generally considered safe for daily supplementation.

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Label Data

1 Tablet(s)
Serving Size
250
Servings
Mineral
Product Type
100%
Evidence Coverage
Ingredients

Supplement Facts — Evidence Check

50 mcg
Within RDA (0.9× RDA) 173 studies (A:0, B:67)

Other Ingredients

Microcrystalline Cellulose Calcium Phosphate Stearic Acid Croscarmellose Sodium Magnesium Stearate hydroxy- propylmethyl cellulose
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Product Information

Directions for Use

Directions: As a dietary supplement, adults take one (1) tablet daily with meals, or as directed by a health care professional.

Warnings & Precautions

Keep out of reach of children.

Do not use if safety seal under cap is broken or missing.

Formulation Notes

Contains No: Gluten, sugar, salt, corn, wheat, dairy, citrus, egg, fish products, artificial coloring, flavoring, or preservatives.

Additional Information

Store in a cool, dry place and away from direct light.

50 mcg

Antioxidant protection against free radicals†

essential mineral

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Selenium is a component of important antioxidant enzymes that help prevent cellular damage from free radicals. Selenium also helps regulate thyroid function and plays a role in the immune system.†

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Product Details

UPC / SKU8 12720 01309 9
DSLD Entry Date2011-11-25
Product TypeMineral
FormTablet or Pill
DSLD ID1774
Data Updated2026-04-11
Research

Research Evidence

273
Research Sources
55
Avg Quality
131
Meta Analysis
61
Systematic Review
55
Rct
19
Clinical Trial
2
Regulatory Source
1
Cochrane Review
1
Other
1
Observational
1
Openfda Safety
A Selenium for preventing cancer
Meta Analysis The Cochrane database of systematic reviews 2018 PubMed DOI
A Selenium supplementation for the primary prevention of cardiovascular disease
Meta Analysis The Cochrane database of systematic reviews 2013 PubMed DOI
A Selenium supplementation for critically ill adults
Meta Analysis The Cochrane database of systematic reviews 2015 PubMed DOI
A Vitamin E and the risk of prostate cancer: the Selenium and Vitamin E Cancer Prevention Trial (SELECT)
Rct JAMA 2011 PubMed DOI
B Selenium and prostate cancer: systematic review and meta-analysis
Meta Analysis The American journal of clinical nutrition 2012 PubMed DOI
B Selenium supplementation for Hashimoto's thyroiditis
Systematic Review The Cochrane database of systematic reviews 2013 PubMed DOI
B Pharmacological interventions for preventing dry mouth and salivary gland dysfunction following radiotherapy
Meta Analysis The Cochrane database of systematic reviews 2017 PubMed DOI
B Selenium, antioxidants, cardiovascular disease, and all-cause mortality: a systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials
Meta Analysis The American journal of clinical nutrition 2020 PubMed DOI
B The effect of selenium supplementation on coronary heart disease: A systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials
Meta Analysis Journal of trace elements in medicine and biology : organ of the Society for Minerals and Trace Elements (GMS) 2017 PubMed DOI
B Meta-analysis of selenium effects on the meat quality of broilers
Meta Analysis Poultry science 2024 PubMed DOI
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