Lamberts Selenium 200µg 60 Tablets is a food supplement that provides 200µg of selenium in each tablet. Selenium contributes to the maintenance of normal hair and nails and to the normal function of the immune system, and a selenium-only formula suits anyone who wants this mineral without added vitamins.

Key Features

• Two forms of selenium: Each tablet uses L-selenomethionine and sodium selenite, which the manufacturer describes as two well-researched forms of selenium.
• 200µg selenium per tablet: This is the only nutrient in the formula, so there are no added vitamins or other active ingredients.
• Selenium claims: Selenium contributes to the maintenance of normal hair and nails, the normal function of the immune system and the protection of cells from oxidative stress. It also contributes to normal spermatogenesis.
• One tablet a day: A pack of 60 tablets lasts 60 days at the directed dose.
• Suitable for vegetarians and vegans: The manufacturer states the tablet is suitable for both, and that it is made in premises operating to pharmaceutical standards of GMP.

How much selenium do adults need, and how does this tablet compare?

The NHS says adults aged 19 to 64 need 75µg of selenium a day for men and 60µg a day for women. Each tablet of this supplement provides 200µg of selenium, which is more than the daily amounts the NHS gives for adults.

How is this different from Lamberts Selenium 200µg A+C+E?

Both products provide 200µg of selenium per tablet and are taken as one tablet daily. Lamberts Selenium 200µg 60 Tablets contains selenium only. Lamberts Selenium 200µg A+C+E (One A Day Formula) 100 Tablets also contains vitamins A, C and E, and carries a vitamin A caution for pregnancy and breastfeeding that this selenium-only tablet does not list.

Is this selenium supplement suitable for vegans?

Yes. The manufacturer states that the tablet is suitable for both vegetarians and vegans. It also lists wheat, barley, soya, eggs, milk, lactose, nuts, sulphites, celery, fish, shellfish, yeast and gluten-containing ingredients as excluded.

• Vegetarian
• Vegan

Active ingredient: Selenium 200µg per tablet (from L-selenomethionine and sodium selenite).

Other ingredients: Bulking agents (dicalcium phosphate, cellulose), glazing agents (hydroxypropyl methylcellulose, glycerol), anti-caking agents (silicon dioxide, stearic acid, magnesium stearate).

Additional information: A round, off white, clear coated tablet. Suitable for vegetarians and vegans. The manufacturer states that wheat, barley, soya, eggs, milk (and milk products), lactose, nuts, sulphites, celery, fish, shellfish, yeast and gluten-containing ingredients are excluded.

Take 1 tablet daily.

Please read the following before taking this supplement:

• Do not exceed the recommended daily intake. The NHS says taking 350µg or less of selenium supplements a day is unlikely to cause harm.
• Food supplements should not be used as a substitute for a varied and balanced diet.
• Keep out of the reach of young children.