Description
- Douglas Labs Selenium is an essentially important trace element in humans. Formulated with Vitamin E and Vitamin C for antioxidant support and synergistic effects.
- Selenium is a cofactor to about 10 selenoproteins in the body; the most important of these appears to be glutathione peroxidase (GPX). GPX uses glutathione to reduce hydrogen peroxide and thus protect cells and plasma against free radical injury.
Ingredients:
Serving Size 1 Capsule
Amount Per Serving ..... %DV
Vitamin C........ 100 mg
(Ascorbic Acid)
Vitamin E…………..60 IU    200%
(as d-alpha Tocopherol)
Selenium…….....200 mcg    286%
(from Selenium Krebs)
Other Ingredients:
Gelatin (capsule), cellulose and vegetable stearate.
Krebs = Citrate, Fumarate, Malate, Glutarate and Succinate Complex.
Suggested Use:
Adults take 1 capsule or as directed by your healthcare professional.
Side Effects:
No adverse side effects have been reported.
Storage:
Store in a cool, dry place, away from direct light. Keep out of reach of children.
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Country of Origin: USA
Manufacturer/Importer/Packed By: Douglas Laboratories
Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers about this product
What is Douglas Laboratories Selenium Plus?
Douglas Laboratories Selenium Plus is a capsule supplement that pairs 200 mcg of selenium with vitamin C and vitamin E for antioxidant support. Each bottle contains 90 capsules made by Douglas Laboratories in the USA.
Which form of selenium is in Douglas Selenium Plus?
Douglas Selenium Plus uses selenium Krebs, a complex of citrate, fumarate, malate, glutarate and succinate. Each capsule provides 200 mcg of selenium, listed at 286 percent of the Daily Value.
How much vitamin C and E does Selenium Plus contain?
Selenium Plus contains 100 mg of vitamin C as ascorbic acid and 60 IU of vitamin E as d-alpha tocopherol in each capsule. Douglas Laboratories adds these vitamins to work alongside selenium.
How should adults take Douglas Selenium Plus?
Adults take 1 Douglas Selenium Plus capsule, or as directed by a healthcare professional, according to the label. The listing gives no frequency, so follow professional advice on how often to take it. Please consult your doctor before use.
What role does selenium play according to Douglas Selenium Plus?
Douglas Laboratories explains that selenium is a cofactor for about 10 selenoproteins, including glutathione peroxidase. This enzyme uses glutathione to reduce hydrogen peroxide, helping protect cells and plasma from free radicals.
Which other ingredients are in Selenium Plus capsules?
Selenium Plus capsules list gelatin for the capsule, cellulose and vegetable stearate as other ingredients. Douglas Laboratories advises storing the bottle in a cool, dry place away from direct light.
