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Selenium


Recommended daily:
1 to 6 years old:20µg
7 to 10 years old:30µg
Males:
11 to 14 years old:40µg
15 to 18 years old: 50µg
19 to 51+ years old: 0.070 µg
Females:
11 to 14 years old: 45 µg
15 to 18 years old: 50 µg
19 to 51+ years old: 55 µg



Why you need it:
An antioxidant protecting your body’s cells.

The jury is still out on these potential benefits
May help in the fight against cancer.

Too much may be risky
Large amounts are toxic, causing vomiting, diarrhea, tooth damage,loss of hair and nails, skin lesions, disorders of the nervous system, and fatigue.

Top five selenium-rich foods
Potato, baked with skin, 7 oz
Egg, 1
Wheat germ, 1/4 cup
Whole wheat bread, 1 slice
Cashews, roasted 1 oz

Quick tips to clinch your needs
Start your morning off with wheat germ mixed into your cereal or yogurt A tuna salad on whole wheat bread is a quick way to meet your selenium needs.Try a dinner of baked chicken breast along with veggies and rice.

 
 
 
 
 
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