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,Wholemeal 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 instress, atincreased ozone pollutionand atstrongUV radiation. It is recommended to take a supplementary recording together withessentialVitaminsin aMultivitamin preparationHowever, selenium should not be overdosed, as it has side effects in large quantities.
Use of selenium
Selen 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 structureform, and the sperm are infertile. Seleniumstimulates theimmune system. An adequate supply of selenium canprotect 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?
