What is selenium? Why is it essential for good health?             Selenium is a mineral found in the soil and in all plants, animals, and foods. It is essential to life. Selenium is in every cell of the body forming the active part of glutathione-peroxidase (GPx) the universal antioxidant that helps keep every cell healthy and detoxified. Nutritionists refer to selenium as an essential trace element. Although found in tiny amounts, it is essential to health. Selenium is concentrated in the cells and organs of the immune system and affects all aspects of immune function. When total selenium levels in the body fall to 80% of normal, a person has immune deficiency. When it falls below 70%, a person dies.            ...

  Recommended Dosages of Selenium for Prophylaxis and Treatment of Ebola Virus Disease and HIV Verified Ebola infected patient:            first day 2400 mcg (12 tablets) 5 tabs – 4 tabs – 3 tabs.             next 8-12 days: 1600-2000 mcg (8-10 tablets) daily until two days after all symptoms stop. Suspected Ebola patient:                         1200mcg (6 tablets x 200mcg Se) per day. 4 tabs – 1 tab -1 tab. If diagnosis is confirmed, then switch to above regimen. If not Ebola infected: continue 3 tablets a day for five days. Health care workers in ETUs, ambulance drivers and burial teams: 3-4   tablets daily based on weight and intensity of contact. Police, checkpoint temperature monitors and emergency service workers: 1-3   tablets daily depending on weight and intensity of c...