What Are The Uses Of L-selenomethionine?

L-selenomethionine is an amino acid that contains selenium which is biologically active in humans and many other life forms. It is used as a dietary supplement as it:

• Improves thyroid function, heart health, gastrointestinal function, liver health
• Boosts immunity
• Regulates cholesterol levels in blood
• Treats selenium deficiency, chronic fatigue syndrome, avian flu, swine flu, allergic rhinitis, infertility, abnormal pap smears, mood disorders
• Acts as antioxidant
• Prevents cancer

What Are The Side Effects Of L-selenomethionine?

L-selenomethionine is possibly safe, but in some cases such as an overdose, it may cause side effects such as:

• Abdominal pain, nail changes, fatigue
• Nausea, weight loss
• Irritability, alopecia

Please consult a physician if the symptoms are persistent.

What Are The Contraindications Of L-selenomethionine?

Please inform your doctor if you have any of the following conditions:

• Hypersensitivity towards L-selenomethionine or any other allergies.
• Schizophrenia (abnormality in social behavior)
• Blood clotting disorder
• While using contraceptives