Selenium promotes tissue elasticity and youthful skin appearance.
In New Zealand fresh produce is grown in soils deficient in minerals such as Selenium, Boron and Zinc. Although these minerals are only needed by the body in tiny amounts, they make a huge contribution to our well-being.
We may need to supplement with minerals if we are under stress, exercising strenuously, dieting, drinking tea, coffee, or alcohol, eating processed foods, taking prescription drugs, pregnant, smoking, taking oral contraceptives, have poor digestion and also with increasing age.
Selenium has been known to help raise sperm count, which may help to increase fertility in men. When combined with zinc selenium may also be helpful for enlarged prostate conditions.
Zinc and Selenium are key in maintaining balance in the body and help keep serious diseases away. Recent research has added to the pile of data underscoring the importance of these minerals in preventing proliferation of abnormal cell growth.