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Brazil Nuts & Selenium January 2005
Brazils High in Selenium Brazil nuts are known to have the highest concentration of selenium ! ! more than 2,500 times than any other edible nuts, Selenium is also found in Broccoli, mushrooms, yeast, cabbage, celery, cucumbers, radish, garlic & whole grains. Selenium is a very powerful antioxidant, this has been proven to protect against Heart disease, & cancer like prostrate cancer. Selenium reduces the ageing process & stimulates the immune system, Brazils are well known for the good source of fibres & minerals, like phosphorus, copper & iron. Most people are most likely to be deficient in selenium, People with Aids have been reported to be low in Selenium & there appears to be a link between depleted levels & heart disease.
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