Selenium: A Small Nutrient with a Big Impact

You might not know much about selenium and what it does, but trust me, you need it! Selenium is considered an essential nutrient, which means that it must be obtained from the diet. While only…

Strengthening the Body with Antioxidants

“Antioxidant” is a word you’ve likely heard when it comes to health and the immune system, but do you really know what it means — and, more importantly, what antioxidants do? Antioxidants are substances that…

Plant-Based Diets: Digging Through the Soil for Selenium

Plant-based diets have grown in popularity over the years for many reasons. Some consumers adopt vegetarian and vegan eating patterns to feel better, some do so to reduce inflammation and others choose to simply because…