Effect of selenium on potency

Selenium is a mineral that men of all ages need to maintain optimal sex drive. The best natural sources of the micronutrient are:

• meat (pork, beef, chicken, duck and turkey)
• egg and seafood (octopus)
• cereals (wheat and lentils, rice and barley)< / li>
• vegetables (beans and corn, cabbage)
• nuts (peanuts, walnuts and almonds)

The highest content of useful minerals is found in raw foods. Newborn babies receive significant amounts of selenium through breastfeeding.

Daily Selenium Requirement

To maintain the required level of minerals in the body, a person needs to take 20-100 mcg of selenium per day with food.

Interaction of selenium with other substances

The optimal rate of absorption of selenium can be achieved through the systematic use of vitamin E and iodine. A variety of sweets and baked goods have the opposite effect, promoting the elimination of beneficial minerals. It is known that frequent use of paracetamol negatively affects the metabolism of selenium.

Lack of selenium

Lack of selenium is quite rare and usually occurs as a result of uncontrolled consumption of carbohydrate foods (confectionery and carbonated drinks). Consuming large amounts of sugar causes a decrease in selenium metabolism, and a person may experience muscle aches, feelings of lethargy and chronic fatigue. Selenium deficiency increases the risk of cardiovascular lesions, kidney and pancreatic dysfunction. In men, in whose body the required amount of the mineral is lacking, hormonal imbalances and a weakening of immune defenses, a sharp decrease in sexual desire and infertility are noted. These patients most often note an exacerbation of hypertension, disturbances in the activity of the heart muscle. They may complain of fainting and dizziness, muscle weakness, pain in the spine and joints.

Signs of excess selenium

An excess of a trace element in the body also has a strong negative effect on the patient's health, which is expressed in:

• increased hair loss and fragility of the nail plates
• the onset of anemia
• yellowness of the mucous membranes and peeling of the skin
• rapid damage to tooth enamel
• the development of chronic dermatitis
• the onset of severe nervous disorders, impairment of memory and attention
• loss of appetite
• the development of arthritis, deformation of bone and joint tissue

The benefits of selenium

Immune System

Selenium is an essential trace element that is required to strengthen the body's defenses. The mineral is involved in the protection of cells from benign and malignant neoplasms, prevents the occurrence of bowel and prostate cancer, lungs and uterus. The immunological function of the trace element is manifested in the ability to reduce the risk of contracting viral infections (Ebola fever, herpes and hepatitis). The substance increases the resistance of cells to the penetration of HIV infection, prevents the active development of AIDS pathogens.

Cardiovascular system

A useful mineral relieves the body of heavy metals (lead, cadmium and mercury) accumulated in the process of vital activity. The substance reduces the level of intoxication in the body, protects the heart due to its pronounced antioxidant effect, which reduces the activity of free radicals. Selenium prevents ventricular fibrillation, uncontrolled arrhythmias and angina pectoris. It reduces oxygen deprivation of heart tissue. The active mineral is required for the prevention of vascular lesions that cause impotence or impairment of erectile function.

Gastrointestinal tract

The substance participates in the processes of normalizing the acidity of gastric juice, protects the mucous membranes and accelerates their regeneration, participates in the work of metabolic processes. It is necessary for the optimal course of enzymatic processes and the formation of intestinal microflora. A sufficient amount of selenium in the body allows you to maintain the functioning of the liver, establish bile formation processes and remove sand from the gallbladder.

Diabetes mellitus

Selenium stimulates the growth of pancreatic cells, reduces the rate of insulin resistance in diabetes mellitus. It helps to control the secretion of gastric juice and the strength of the appetite.

Sexual function

The trace element takes an active part in the production of testosterone, allows men to maintain a high level of libido and sufficient activity of the organs of the reproductive system. Selenium-based medicines are used by patients suffering from infertility.