SeleniumHealth® is the first selenium test for prostate cancer risk. SeleniumHealth® measures the selenium levels in toenail clippings to determine if dietary modifications are required to minimize prostate cancer risk. Selenium protects the prostate from DNA damage reducing a man's risk of prostate cancer.

What is Selenium?

Selenium is a trace mineral that is essential to good health but required only in small amounts. Selenium is incorporated into protiens to make selenoproteins, which are important antioxidant enzymes. The antioxidant properties of selenoproteins help prevent cellular damage from free radicals. Free radicals are natural by-products of oxygen metabolism that may contribute to the development of chronic diseases such as cancer and heart disease. Other selenoproteins help regulate thyroid function and play a role in the immune system.

How is Selenium related to Prostate Cancer Risk?

• Low blood levels of the mineral selenium may mean a man has an increased risk of prostate cancer.
  • A number of studies have indicated that selenium intake offers some protection from prostate cancer.
  • New findings support the hypothesis that supplemental selenium may reduce the risk of prostate cancer.
• Selenium is a trace mineral found in foods such as Brazil nuts and walnuts. It acts as an antioxidant, helping to neutralize by-products of normal metabolism called free radicals, which can damage cells and contribute to cancer.

PROPER SELENIUM LEVELS = MAXIMUM DNA-PROTECTIVE BENEFIT

What are the benefits of SeleniumHealth®?

• Studies support selenium plays an important role in prostate health
• Proper levels ensure healthy DNA
• Proper levels support a reduction of prostate cancer risk
• Reduce risk by simply adding a daily supplement if selenium levels are low
• Reduce risk with dietary recommendations if selenium levels are high

Services

• Easy, non-invasive specimen collection
• Analysis of toenail clippings
• Pre-paid easy-to-use kit to return specimen
• Dietary recommedations provided with color graphic results