Selenium: successful in fighting free radicals

Selenium is a componentimportant enzymesandactivates theimmune system. Selenium worksstrong antioxidantand is therefore an effective tool in the fight againstFree radicalsin the body. Germany is consideredSelenium deficiency area.

Which foods contain selenium?

Selenium is found in meat, liver, fish, eggs,Grain,Whole grain breadandLegumescontain.

What are the functions of selenium?

seleniumis an important part of theEnzyme glutathione peroxidase, which in turn immune systemis of great importance and fights free radicals. Selenium acts indirectly via the so-calledGlutathione peroxidase system. On theAntibody productionSelenium has a direct influence. It stimulates the so-calledImmunoglobulins, whichPathogens for how Bacteria and virusesto be subsequently destroyed by the lymphocytes. Selenium works withVitamin Etogether and is particularly important forstress, atincreased ozone pollutionand atstrongerUV radiationIt is recommended to take a supplementary recording together withessentialVitaminsin aMulti-nutrient preparationHowever, selenium should not be overdosed as it has side effects in large quantities.

Use of selenium

Selenium plays asBuilding block of selenoproteinsan important role in theMaturation of sperm cellsand thus for themale fertilityDuring sperm maturation, selenoproteins become an essential component of the mature, functional sperm cell.Selenium deficiency, canno functional sperm structureand the sperm are infertile. Seleniumstimulates theimmune systemA sufficient supply of selenium can protect againstprotect against oxidative damage.

Am I lacking selenium?

Already ata relevant pointYour selenium supply may be too low:

- Eat mainlyvegetarian?

- Are you increasinglyEnvironmental pollution such as pollutants, smog, exhaust fumesor similar?