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Mineral

Selenium

Selenium is an essential trace mineral that the body builds into proteins called selenoproteins. It comes from foods such as Brazil nuts, fish and grains.

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What names appear on labels?

Common forms include selenomethionine, selenium-enriched yeast, sodium selenite, and sodium selenate. 1

Which number deserves attention?

BfR recommends no more than 40 µg per recommended daily supplement serving for people aged 15 and older. This is a risk-assessment recommendation, not a legally established maximum. 2

Sources

  1. Selenium: Fact Sheet for Health Professionals NIH Office of Dietary Supplements