Selenium is a mineral that plays an important role in several body functions. It is vital for the health of such things as thyroid function, Immune function, healthy metabolism and as an antioxidant.    Out of all the tissue in the body, the thyroid contains the most selenium, showing how important this mineral is to thyroid health. If the body does not have enough selenium, it can lead to autoimmune thyroid conditions such as Hashimoto's disease, Graves' disease and other autoimmune conditions    Our body gets the Selenium from our diet or it is also available in the form of supplements. In this this video Dr. Anshul Gupta, talks about the benefits of Selenium for our body and thyroid. He shares information on the 8 must eat Selenium Rich foods to boost your health. Find a list high selenium foods that you could easily incorporate into your diet.    This video provides insights on What is Selenium? What is it good for? Why is Selenium deficiency bad for you? .....and more!    00:00 Introduction  00:22 What is Selenium? Benefits of Selenium for our body especially the thyroid?  01:46 Sources of Selenium  01:55 Why are Brazil nuts the best source of Selenium?  02:28 Other health benefits of Brazil Nuts  02:41 Sunflower seeds and Selenium  03:28 Which seafoods are rich in Selenium?  04:43 Are oats a good source of Selenium?  05:48 Tofu, a good source of protein and Selenium  06:27 What type of Tofu should you buy?  06:57 Mushrooms and Selenium  07:52 Is rice really a good source of Selenium?  08:42 Beans and Selenium  *** KNOW MORE AT *** https://www.anshulguptamd.com/ ***Book a call with Dr. Anshul Gupta *** https://www.anshulguptamd.com/work-with-me/ Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/anshulguptamd/ Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/anshulguptamd Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/drguptafunctionalmedicine/ Pinterest : https://www.pinterest.com/anshulguptamd