Selenium 100 mcg
Puritan's Pride Selenium 100 mcg is a single-ingredient mineral supplement designed to provide targeted selenium support. Each tablet delivers 100 mcg of Selenium, a dosage that research suggests may contribute to antioxidant defense and thyroid function. This product has an N+ Score of 62, placing it in the 'D' grade tier, which signifies an average product quality rating. The selenium dosage provided is considered clinically adequate, and the product boasts 100% label transparency, clearly listing its sole active ingredient. While effective for specific selenium supplementation, its formula completeness is low due to its singular focus. It may benefit individuals aiming to specifically increase their selenium intake.
About This Product
Selenium 100 mcg by Puritan's Pride is a vitamins & minerals supplement containing 1 active ingredients. It has earned an N+ Score of 62/100 (Grade D).
This product features a fully transparent label with individual ingredient amounts disclosed, and key ingredients are present at clinically effective doses based on peer-reviewed research.
Notable clinical-dose ingredients include Selenium.
N+ Score Breakdown
Are key ingredients present at clinically effective doses based on research?
Does the product include all expected ingredients for its supplement category?
Are individual ingredient amounts clearly disclosed without proprietary blends?
Does the formula include a breadth of beneficial compounds from multiple pathways?
Strengths
- +Key ingredients at clinically effective doses
- +Fully transparent label with individual ingredient amounts disclosed
- +1 ingredient(s) at clinical dose levels
Weaknesses
- −Missing several expected ingredients for its category
- −Limited ingredient diversity compared to category norms
Ingredient Analysis (1 ingredients)
| Ingredient | Amount | Dose Adequacy |
|---|---|---|
| Selenium | 100.000 mcg | Optimal |
Clinical ranges based on NIH ODS Fact Sheets and peer-reviewed research. Status indicates whether the amount meets evidence-based thresholds.