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Overview
SCIENTIFIC SCORE
Possibly Effective
Based on 8 Researches
7
USERS' SCORE
Good
Based on 7 Reviews
8.3
Supplement Facts
Serving Size: 1 Capsule
Amount Per Serving
%DV
Selenium (elemental) (from 5 mg L-Selenomethionine)
25 mcg
45%
N-Acetyl Cysteine (NAC)
600 mg
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Top Medical Research Studies
8
This study explored how selenium intake relates to lung function in people with asthma. We analyzed data from 4,541 participants in a national survey using various statistical methods. Our findings showed a positive connection between higher selenium intake and better lung function, particularly in forced vital capacity and forced expiratory volume. We noted that to potentially enhance respiratory health, asthma patients could benefit from consuming between 137.65 mcg and 200 mcg of selenium daily, while also being cautious of any adverse effects.
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8
Selenium may benefit asthma treatment
We explored the potential benefits of organic selenium (Pro-Se) compared to inorganic selenium (IOSe) in treating asthma in mice exposed to ovalbumin. After oral administration, we noticed that Pro-Se significantly increased selenium levels and improved antioxidant enzyme activity. Additionally, it reduced levels of pro-inflammatory markers like TNF-alpha and IL-1 beta, while influencing NF-kB activation. This study suggests that organic selenium could be a promising new treatment for childhood asthma, though this needs further research to confirm its effectiveness in humans.
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7
We aimed to investigate whether a diet rich in selenium could alleviate the health impacts of chronic arsenic exposure in Bangladesh. In a carefully controlled trial involving 405 participants, those consuming selenium-enriched lentils showed a significant reduction in asthma and allergy symptoms compared to those on a low-selenium diet.
The results revealed higher levels of arsenic excretion and improved overall health indicators in the selenium group. This suggests that selenium not only helps with arsenic detoxification but also potentially offers relief from asthma.
The results revealed higher levels of arsenic excretion and improved overall health indicators in the selenium group. This suggests that selenium not only helps with arsenic detoxification but also potentially offers relief from asthma.
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Most Useful Reviews
9
Breathing improvement
41 people found this helpful
I’ve recently struggled with sinus issues and asthma-like symptoms, leading to anxiety attacks. I bought this thinking it was just a molybdenum supplement, but within an hour my breathing improved significantly. This product has offered the relief I couldn’t find with previous treatments, bringing my symptoms to mild levels.
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9
Asthma management
39 people found this helpful
NAC is a remarkable amino acid supplement that aids in thinning mucus and has surprised me with its impact on my chronic asthma. I’ve reduced my daily asthma medications to just using my rescue inhaler as needed, with significant improvements in my lung health.
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9
Asthma control
9 people found this helpful
NAC is fantastic! After three weeks of two capsules daily, my pain has lessened, my energy is high, and I feel more alert. I suffered from asthma during the Texas spring pollen but, as of this week, I haven’t needed my inhaler at all!
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Medical Researches
SCIENTIFIC SCORE
Possibly Effective
Based on 8 Researches
7
- All Researches
8
This study explored how selenium intake relates to lung function in people with asthma. We analyzed data from 4,541 participants in a national survey using various statistical methods. Our findings showed a positive connection between higher selenium intake and better lung function, particularly in forced vital capacity and forced expiratory volume. We noted that to potentially enhance respiratory health, asthma patients could benefit from consuming between 137.65 mcg and 200 mcg of selenium daily, while also being cautious of any adverse effects.
Read More
8
Prenatal selenium exposure and allergies
We aimed to understand how prenatal exposure to selenium, alongside mercury and manganese, affects the risk of allergic diseases in children up to three years old.
Using data from nearly 95,000 mother-infant pairs from the Japan Environment and Children's Study, we discovered that selenium might help lower the risk of atopic dermatitis, food allergies, allergic rhinitis, and other allergic conditions, particularly when mercury exposure is low.
This suggests that maintaining a healthy level of selenium during pregnancy may be beneficial for children's health regarding allergies.
Using data from nearly 95,000 mother-infant pairs from the Japan Environment and Children's Study, we discovered that selenium might help lower the risk of atopic dermatitis, food allergies, allergic rhinitis, and other allergic conditions, particularly when mercury exposure is low.
This suggests that maintaining a healthy level of selenium during pregnancy may be beneficial for children's health regarding allergies.
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8
Selenium may benefit asthma treatment
We explored the potential benefits of organic selenium (Pro-Se) compared to inorganic selenium (IOSe) in treating asthma in mice exposed to ovalbumin. After oral administration, we noticed that Pro-Se significantly increased selenium levels and improved antioxidant enzyme activity. Additionally, it reduced levels of pro-inflammatory markers like TNF-alpha and IL-1 beta, while influencing NF-kB activation. This study suggests that organic selenium could be a promising new treatment for childhood asthma, though this needs further research to confirm its effectiveness in humans.
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7
We evaluated the effectiveness of supplements containing vitamin D, selenium, and other trace elements in patients suffering from moderate to severe asthma. In a clinical trial with 70 participants, we administered either Asmavit syrup or vitamin D3 drops alongside regular asthma treatment for two months.
While both groups showed improvement in lung function and quality of life, we found no significant difference in cytokine levels after treatment. Interestingly, higher selenium and folic acid levels before treatment linked to disease severity. Overall, our findings point to vitamin D as a valuable addition to standard asthma therapies.
While both groups showed improvement in lung function and quality of life, we found no significant difference in cytokine levels after treatment. Interestingly, higher selenium and folic acid levels before treatment linked to disease severity. Overall, our findings point to vitamin D as a valuable addition to standard asthma therapies.
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7
We aimed to investigate whether a diet rich in selenium could alleviate the health impacts of chronic arsenic exposure in Bangladesh. In a carefully controlled trial involving 405 participants, those consuming selenium-enriched lentils showed a significant reduction in asthma and allergy symptoms compared to those on a low-selenium diet.
The results revealed higher levels of arsenic excretion and improved overall health indicators in the selenium group. This suggests that selenium not only helps with arsenic detoxification but also potentially offers relief from asthma.
The results revealed higher levels of arsenic excretion and improved overall health indicators in the selenium group. This suggests that selenium not only helps with arsenic detoxification but also potentially offers relief from asthma.
Read More
User Reviews
USERS' SCORE
Good
Based on 7 Reviews
8.3
- All Reviews
- Positive Reviews
- Negative Reviews
9
Breathing improvement
41 people found this helpful
I’ve recently struggled with sinus issues and asthma-like symptoms, leading to anxiety attacks. I bought this thinking it was just a molybdenum supplement, but within an hour my breathing improved significantly. This product has offered the relief I couldn’t find with previous treatments, bringing my symptoms to mild levels.
Read More
9
Asthma management
39 people found this helpful
NAC is a remarkable amino acid supplement that aids in thinning mucus and has surprised me with its impact on my chronic asthma. I’ve reduced my daily asthma medications to just using my rescue inhaler as needed, with significant improvements in my lung health.
Read More
9
Asthma control
9 people found this helpful
NAC is fantastic! After three weeks of two capsules daily, my pain has lessened, my energy is high, and I feel more alert. I suffered from asthma during the Texas spring pollen but, as of this week, I haven’t needed my inhaler at all!
Read More
10
Asthma flare relief
8 people found this helpful
I have asthma but hadn’t faced any issues for over 15 years. Suddenly, I experienced a severe flare and relied on my inhaler four or more times daily. After discovering NAC, I was sceptical but wanted to try. Within two days, I reduced my inhaler usage to once nightly, and by the first week, I stopped needing it altogether—my asthma symptoms vanished.
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9
Essential for asthma
2 people found this helpful
This is part of my Anti-Covid Prophylactic Protocol recommended by my Physician's Assistant. As someone with asthma, I find NAC essential. It effectively reduces lung inflammation and secretions. I will continue using this product until after I get vaccinated, and even beyond that.
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References
- Ahoon M, Farid-Hosseini R, Tehrani H, Rafat-Panah H, Ahanchian H, et al. Evaluation the Effect of Supplements Containing Vitamin D and Trace Elements in Patients with Moderate to Severe Asthma. Rep Biochem Mol Biol. 2024;13:40. 10.61186/rbmb.13.1.40
- Jiang H, Yang G, Chen J, Yuan S, Wu J, et al. The correlation between selenium intake and lung function in asthmatic people: a cross-sectional study. Front Nutr. 2024;11:1362119. 10.3389/fnut.2024.1362119
- Miyazaki J, Ikehara S, Tanigawa K, Kimura T, Ueda K, et al. Prenatal exposure to selenium, mercury, and manganese during pregnancy and allergic diseases in early childhood: The Japan Environment and Children's study. Environ Int. 2023;179:108123. 10.1016/j.envint.2023.108123
- Kuti BP, Kuti DK, Smith OS. Serum Zinc, Selenium and Total Antioxidant Contents of Nigerian Children with Asthma: Association with Disease Severity and Symptoms Control. J Trop Pediatr. 2020;66:395. 10.1093/tropej/fmz078
- Smits JE, Krohn RM, Akhtar E, Hore SK, Yunus M, et al. Food as medicine: Selenium enriched lentils offer relief against chronic arsenic poisoning in Bangladesh. Environ Res. 2019;176:108561. 10.1016/j.envres.2019.108561
- Baïz N, Chastang J, Ibanez G, Annesi-Maesano I. Prenatal exposure to selenium may protect against wheezing in children by the age of 3. Immun Inflamm Dis. 2017;5:37. 10.1002/iid3.138
- Tenero L, Piazza M, Zanoni L, Bodini A, Peroni D, et al. Antioxidant supplementation and exhaled nitric oxide in children with asthma. Allergy Asthma Proc. 2016;37:e8. 10.2500/aap.2016.37.3920
- Min-Chang G, Wei-Hong T, Zhen X, Jie S. Effects of Selenium-Enriched Protein from Ganoderma lucidum on the Levels of IL-1 β and TNF- α , Oxidative Stress, and NF- κ B Activation in Ovalbumin-Induced Asthmatic Mice. Evid Based Complement Alternat Med. 2014;2014:182817. 10.1155/2014/182817
