Methyl
- Selenocysteine
Helps support the body’s
defense 200mcg 100 capsules. Methylselenocysteine is a selenoamino
acid found naturally in vegetables such as garlic and broccoli.
It is a bioavailable and safe form of supplementing the
essential trace mineral nutrient, selenium. Selenium in
the form of Selenocysteine is an essential component of
antioxidant enzymes such as glutathione peroxidase and is
also found in several proteins in the body. Antioxidant
enzymes containing selenium, protect cells against oxidative
damage. Studies in animal models have shown that Methylselenocysteine
is effective in cancer chemo prevention. Its mechanism of
action is reported to be through inhibiting reactive oxygen
species. Methylselenocysteine is reported to be safer and
more effective than other forms of supplemental selenium.
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