SELENIUM

DESCRIPTION: This essential mineral is an antioxidant and prevents against free radical damage. It is needed for normal pancreatic function. It is best when combined with Vitamin E.

POTENTIAL BENEFITS: Maintains healthy heart muscle and promotes a healthy immune system.

POTENTIAL SIDE EFFECTS: None known.

POTENTIAL INTERACTION: None known when taken as directed.

GENERAL USAGE: May be taken daily.

FOOD SOURCES: Onions, molasses, brown rice, chicken, wheat germ, tourla, tuna, brewer's yeast, broccoli, liver, salmon, Brazil nuts, lobster, clams, crab, cooked oysters, and whole grains.