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January 1995 in “Journal American Society of Mining and Reclamation” Excess selenium and sulfur in plants can harm animals, causing symptoms like hair loss and poor reproduction.
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June 2010 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology” Excessive selenium in supplements can cause hair loss and nail issues.
The chapter explains causes of hair loss and excessive hair growth in animals.
October 2009 in “The American Journal of Gastroenterology” Excessive selenium intake can cause liver damage.
Selenium is essential but can be harmful in excess, and China struggles with balancing its levels for health.
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June 2009 in “Integrated Environmental Assessment and Management” Selenium is essential in small amounts but toxic in excess, requiring careful management.
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Selenium is essential for health, but too little or too much can cause serious health problems.
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December 2019 Selenium is essential for health, but too much or too little can cause problems; blood selenium levels are a good measure of intake.
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February 2013 in “Nutrition” Selenium-enriched green tea might be a safe prebiotic for gut health.
February 2023 in “European journal of geriatrics and gerontology” Selenium helps prevent thyroid issues and cognitive decline in the elderly, but balance is key.
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The conclusion is that hair supplement ingredients may be unsafe and should be disclosed and proven safe before use.
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January 2023 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” Micronutrient imbalances like zinc, selenium, copper, and manganese can cause hair loss.
May 2023 in “Elsevier eBooks” Some nutritional supplements may help thicken hair in people with hair loss, but taking too much can cause side effects.
Antioxidant therapy, especially with selenium, can improve skin aging in patients with Metabolic Syndrome.
July 2018 in “International journal of clinical & experimental dermatology” Eat a balanced diet for healthy hair; only use supplements if you have a proven nutrient deficiency.
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