Efficacy and Application of Selenomethionine

Selenomethionine is a selenium-containing amino acid and a selenium analogue of methionine. Its chemical structure is similar to that of methionine, except that the sulfur atom is replaced by a selenium atom. Selenomethionine is one of the main organic forms of selenium in organisms and is widely present in nature and organisms.

Efficacy of Selenomethionine 

1. Antioxidant effect:

Scavenging free radicals: As a component of glutathione peroxidase, it helps to scavenge free radicals and protect cells from oxidative damage.

Delaying aging: Delaying cell aging by reducing oxidative stress.

2. Strengthening the immune system:

 Improving immunity: Enhancing immune cell function and improving disease resistance. Anti-inflammatory effect: Reducing inflammatory response and promoting health.

3. Supporting thyroid function:

Thyroid hormone metabolism: Participating in the synthesis and metabolism of thyroid hormones and maintaining normal thyroid function.

4. .Cardiovascular health:

Protecting the heart: Reducing oxidative stress and reducing the risk of cardiovascular disease.

 Improving blood lipids: Helps regulate blood lipid levels and prevent atherosclerosis.

Application of Selenomethionine 

1. Nutritional supplements: commonly used in dietary supplements to prevent and treat selenium deficiency. Suitable for people in low-selenium areas or those who do not have enough selenium in their diet.

2. Food fortification: added to foods such as cereals and dairy products to increase the selenium content. Used to develop foods with specific health functions.

3. Medical field: used to treat certain diseases related to selenium deficiency, such as Keshan disease and Kashin-Beck disease. As an auxiliary treatment for cardiovascular diseases, etc.

Summary 

Selenomethionine has multiple functions such as antioxidant, immune enhancement, and support for thyroid function. It is widely used in nutritional supplements, food fortification, medicine and scientific research. Moderate intake is good for health, but excessive intake should be avoided to prevent selenium poisoning.