Selenium 60c by Thorne – Thyroid Support Selenium Capsules
Selenium capsules by Thorne provide a single essential trace mineral in the L-Selenomethionine form, with 200 mcg per capsule. Selenium 60c offers a focused option for thyroid support and normal cellular antioxidant defenses without adding a blend of other active ingredients.
Key Selenium 60c Benefits
- Supports normal thyroid hormone conversion, helping the body turn stored T4 into active T3 for everyday metabolic function.
- Provides antioxidant support by supplying selenium for enzymes that help protect cells from oxidative damage during normal daily activity.
- Supports healthy immune function through selenium-containing proteins that participate in the body’s normal cellular defenses and regulation.
How Selenium 60c Works
Your body uses selenium to make proteins that perform specific jobs inside cells. Some help convert thyroid hormones into their active form; others, including glutathione peroxidase, help break down peroxides produced during normal metabolism. This selenium supplement supplies a nutrient needed for those processes, rather than supplying thyroid hormones themselves.
Key Functional Ingredients Include:
- Selenium (as L-Selenomethionine): Supplies selenium for enzymes that convert thyroid hormones into their active form and help protect cells from oxidative damage. These selenium-containing proteins help the thyroid manage the peroxides generated during normal hormone production, connecting this essential mineral to everyday thyroid function and cellular antioxidant defenses.
Selenium 60c Is Formulated For
- Adults seeking targeted selenium support under the guidance of a healthcare practitioner.
- People who want a single-mineral capsule rather than a multi-ingredient thyroid formula.
- Those whose practitioner has reviewed their dietary selenium and other supplements to avoid excessive intake.
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Recommendation: Take 1 capsule daily or as recommended by your health-care practitioner.
Serving Size: One Capsule
Servings Per Container: 60
Selenium (as L-Selenomethionine) ... 200 mcg
Daily Value (DV)
Other Ingredients: Microcrystalline Cellulose, Hypromellose (derived from cellulose) capsule.
Does Not Contain: Gluten Free
Storage: Store tightly sealed in a cool, dry place.
Manufacturer’s interaction statement: There are no known adverse interactions or contraindications at publication date.
This statement does not rule out interactions. Review selenium use with your healthcare practitioner if you take medication, including cisplatin, which can affect selenium levels. Excess selenium can be harmful; account for selenium from food and other supplements.
Frequently Asked Questions About Selenium 60c
What are the benefits of Selenium 60c?
Selenium 60c supplies selenium as L-Selenomethionine to support normal thyroid hormone conversion and the antioxidant enzymes that help protect cells. Selenium also contributes to normal immune function. This is a single-mineral formula rather than a multi-ingredient thyroid blend.
Who should take Selenium 60c?
Selenium 60c is an option for adults whose healthcare practitioner recommends additional selenium for nutritional support. Each capsule supplies 200 mcg, so review selenium already present in your diet and other supplements before adding it. It is not a substitute for prescribed thyroid medication.
Are there any side effects of taking Selenium 60c?
This product is contraindicated in an individual with a history of hypersensitivity to any of its ingredients. If pregnant, consult your health-care practitioner before using this product. Use only if bottle is sealed. Excess selenium can cause nausea, diarrhea, hair loss, brittle nails, or a garlic-like breath odor. Avoid combining selenium products without professional guidance. Thorne’s interaction statement reads: There are no known adverse interactions or contraindications at publication date. This is not a guarantee of no interactions; medicines including cisplatin can affect selenium levels, so review use with your healthcare practitioner.
How does Selenium 60c support overall health?
Selenium 60c supplies a trace mineral used to build proteins involved in thyroid hormone metabolism and cellular antioxidant defenses. These normal functions help maintain everyday metabolic and cellular health. More selenium is not necessarily better; the appropriate intake depends on your existing selenium intake and individual needs.
These statements have not been evaluated by the FDA. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.
