How Selenium Protects Against Parkinson’s Disease—New Research

Simple dietary additions can boost selenium intake, making it easy for current patients and those at risk.
How Selenium Protects Against Parkinson’s Disease—New Research
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Recent research sheds light on the promising connection between selenium, an essential mineral with antioxidant properties, and Parkinson’s disease. A cohort study published in May in BMC Geriatrics found that a moderate increase in selenium intake had a protective effect on Parkinson’s disease mortality.
The study’s findings suggest that including selenium-rich food in the diet positively influences the prognosis of the disease and may potentially mitigate the risk of developing Parkinson’s. The best part? Simple dietary additions can help increase selenium intake, making it an easily achievable goal for current patients and those at risk of developing the disease.

The Selenium and Parkinson’s Connection

The cohort study looked at data from 184 individuals ages 18 and older obtained from the National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey 2005–2006 to 2015–2016 and the National Death Index.
Jennifer Sweenie
Jennifer Sweenie
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Jennifer Sweenie is a New York-based health reporter. She is a nutritional therapy practitioner and trained health-supportive chef focused on functional nutrition and the power of natural, whole foods. Jennifer serves on the board of directors for Slow Food NYC and is a former board member of the Farm-to-Consumer Foundation.