Active Ingredient:
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| Name | Selenium |
| Description | An element with the atomic symbol Se, atomic number 34, and atomic weight 78.96. It is an essential micronutrient for mammals and other animals but is toxic in large amounts. Selenium protects intracellular structures against oxidative damage. It is an essential component of GLUTATHIONE PEROXIDASE. [MeSH] |
| Related Names/Sources | Antioxidant; L-Selenomethionine; Selenium Amino Acid Chelate; Selenium Proteinate; Selenium Yeast; Selenomethionine; Sodium Selenate; Sodium Selenite |
| Related products | Products that contain Selenium |
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