Selenium & Vitamin E

Info Synergy
Selenium → Vitamin E →
Info Synergy

Selenium and vitamin E work together as complementary antioxidants.

Mechanism

Selenium is a cofactor for glutathione peroxidase, which reduces lipid peroxides. Vitamin E prevents lipid peroxidation. Together they provide layered antioxidant protection.

Recommendation

A well-established antioxidant pairing.

Sources

Tolerable upper intake limits

Reference values for safe daily intake of these supplements.

Vitamin E
1000.000 mg
adults NIH ODS / IOM

Applies to synthetic forms (dl-alpha-tocopherol). Risk of bleeding at high doses.

Selenium
400.000 mcg
adults NIH ODS / IOM

Selenosis risk: hair loss, GI upset, fatigue, mild nerve damage.

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