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Summary:Selenium is a mineral found in soil, water and some foods. Selenium deficiency can occur in areas were soil content of selenium is low, and may affect thyroid function and cause conditions like Keshan disease. Gastrointestinal disorders (like irritable bowel syndrome) may decrease the body's ability to absorb selenium. Selenium may be destroyed when foods are refined or processed.Scientific Evidence:Uses These uses have been tested in humans or animals. Safety and effectiveness have not always been proven. Some of these .... Read more
Selenium for Prostate Cancer Selenium: There is evidence that low selenium levels are associated with an increased risk of prostate cancer. In human studies, initial evidence has suggested that selenium supplementation reduces the risk ....
Selenium for Prostate Conditions Selenium: There is evidence that low selenium levels are associated with an increased risk of prostate cancer. In human studies, initial evidence has suggested that selenium supplementation reduces the risk ....
Selenium for Bloom Syndrome Selenium
: Initial evidence has suggested that selenium supplementation reduces the risk of developing prostate cancer in men with normal baseline PSA (prostate specific antigen) levels, and low selenium blood levels. ....
Selenium for Immunoaugmentative Therapy (IAT) Selenium
: Selenium is a trace mineral found in soil, water, and some foods. Several studies suggest that selenium may help prevent prostate cancer. Avoid if allergic or sensitive to products ....
Selenium for Congestive Heart Failure (CHF) Selenium: Selenium is a trace metal that has been reported to have antioxidant properties. Keshan disease is cardiomyopathy (heart disease) restricted to areas of China in people having an ....