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Selenium functions through selenoproteins, several of which are oxidant defense enzymes. The Recommended Dietary Allowance (RDA) for selenium is based on the amount needed to maximize synthesis of the ...

Selenium is a trace mineral that our bodies need to maintain good health. It's found naturally in soil and many foods. Consuming selenium helps with thyroid function, immune health, and defends our ...

A number of disciplines have made key contributions to the evidence linking antioxidants to outcomes that may relate to human health (e.g., Hennekens and Buring, 1987). Basic biological research often ...