selenium +
OPC & antioxidants selenium+ VITAMINS A-C-E
30 tablets
Selenium + is a potent antioxidant formulation containing selenium, vitamins A, C, E, grape seed (OPC) and supporting nutrients. The combination of these ingredients ensures the enhanced protection against the damage of free radicals produced by excessive dietary fats, cigarette smoke, alcohol consumption, pollution, physical and emotional stress in the body.
Each tablet contains: NZ Grape 15,000mg (equiv. to Grape Seed 1,800mg & providing OPC 5.4mg), Beta carotene (Pro-vitamin A) 3mg, Ascorbic acid (Vitamin C) 250mg, d-Alpha tocopherol succinate (Vitamin E) 100iu, Calcium pantothenate (Vitamin B5) 55mg, Pyridoxine (Vitamin B6) 50mg, Thiamine (Vitamin B1) 10mg, Zinc (Monomethionine) 7.5mg, Copper (Gluconate) 750mcg, Folic acid 150mcg, Selenium (Chelate) 75mcg, N-Acetyl Cysteine 60mg. This product contains tableting aids and coating colour. Some herbal extracts used.
Suggested Use: Adults – Take 1 tablet twice daily with food, or as professionally recommended.
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Cautions: Seek professional health advice if pregnant, lactating, taking medication, suffering a medical condition, or a child before supplementing.