Selenium is an essential element required by your body. You must use dietary sources in order to provide selenium for your body.
Selenium is very important for your thyroid health.
Your thyroid produces hormones which help to regulate almost every major hormone system in the body.
Anytime your thyroid is not working properly you will feel this. It may be increased fatigue, a weakened immune system, muscle pain, or even elevated iron levels.
By adding the following foods to your diet you can help maintain your selenium levels
The daily recommended allowance is around 70 micrograms per day
Brazil nuts 1 or 2 a day provides the daily recommended allowance of selenium
Tuna Around 6 ounces
Sardines 6 ounces
Sunflower seeds 1 cup
Pinto beans cup and a half
Beef liver 9 ounces
Spinach 1 cup equals around 15% daily requirement
Shiitake Mushrooms 2 cups
Shrimp 6 ounces
Scallops 4 ounces
