Selenium - Substances Enhanced by

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Selenium Enhances the Function of these Substances

Amino Acids

 Selenium may enhance the function of Cysteine.

 

Cytokines

 Selenium may increase the number of receptors for Interleukin 2.

 

Enzymes

 Selenium is a cofactor for 5'-Deiodinase (Type I).  [1]

 Selenium is an essential element of the Glutathione Peroxidase enzyme - this attribute accounts for the majority of Selenium's health benefits.  [2]

 Selenium is an essential element of the Glutathione Synthetase enzyme.

 Selenium is a cofactor for the production of Superoxide Dismutase (SOD).

 Selenium (Sodium Selenite form) may increase the activity of Telomerase.  [3]

 

Growth Factors

 Selenium may increase Insulin-like Growth Factor-1 (IGF-1) levels.  [4]

 

Hormones

 Selenium may mimic the actions of Insulin.  [5]

 Low Testosterone levels (in males) may occur as a result of Selenium deficiency.  [6]

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