Sodium Selenate 200
by LifeLink · Capsule
Supplement facts from the label of Sodium Selenate 200 by LifeLink: Selenium 200 mcg.
Supplement Facts
| Ingredient | Per serving | % DV | Upper limit (adults) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Selenium (Sodium Selenate) | 200 mcg | 285% | 400 mcg · 50% at label max |
Upper limits: NIH ODS Fact Sheets for Health Professionals. Compared only where the unit converts and the limit applies to the form on the label.
On the label
For: Adult (18 - 50 Years)
Claim types: All Other
Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions: Suggested Use: 1 capsule daily, or as directed by a health care professional.
Formulation re: Does NOT Contain: Yeast-Free Selenium
All Other Content: Selenium is a chemical element required in the body to enable the enzyme glutathione peroxidase to neutralize destructive "superoxide" molecules. Selenium deficiencies are common, causing symptoms like those of aging: damaged tissues, increased arthritis, heart disease, and cancer.
Precautions re: All Other: Caution: daily usage of more than 800 mcg/day of selenium can cause hair loss, nail problems, accelerated tooth decay, and swelling of the fingers.
This page repeats what the label says and the official upper limits for healthy adults. It is not medical advice: ask a doctor, pharmacist or registered dietitian about your own intake, especially if you are pregnant, take medicines or have a health condition.
Label data: NIH Office of Dietary Supplements, Dietary Supplement Label Database (dsld.od.nih.gov), public domain. Upper limits: NIH ODS Fact Sheets for Health Professionals (values from the Institute of Medicine, Food and Nutrition Board).