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Life Extension Se-Methyl L-Selenocysteine 200mcg

Life Extension · Capsule · 0.2 mg

Price/day

€0.22

Dose

0.2 mg

Servings/pack

90

Pack price

€19.50

Transparency Index

8.1/10

Recommended A reasonable choice for low selenium levels or Hashimoto's — but monitor dosage closely.

Rating breakdown

Evidence for ingredient 7.0/10

Selenium supports thyroid function and antioxidant systems, but the margin between benefit and toxicity is narrow.

Value for money 8.0/10

€0.22 per capsule is fair for this form of selenium.

Product quality 8.0/10

Life Extension uses rigorously sourced raw materials.

Label honesty 9.0/10

Specifies the exact selenium form.

Third-party testing 8.0/10

Every batch has a COA including selenium content verification.

Product Description

Capsules combine Se-methyl-L-selenocysteine with vegetable cellulose. No fillers beyond rice flour for flowability.

What We Like

  • Organic form minimizes gastrointestinal issues
  • Large supply pack (90 capsules)
  • Transparent COA per batch

What We’re Missing

  • No combination with vitamin E
  • Noticeable sulfurous odor

Usage Recommendation

1 capsule every other day, ideally with a meal and omega-3. Monitor blood selenium levels regularly.

Ingredient dossier

Selenium is essential for glutathione peroxidases and thyroid hormones. In Germany and Austria, selenium supply is structurally low due to selenium-depleted soils.

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