Selenium is an essential trace mineral that is required in very minute amounts by all
\nanimals, including pigs. Certain soils in the U.S. and Canada are low in selenium,
\nincluding the north central and eastern regions of Canada and the northeastern, Pacific,
\nsouthwestern, and extreme southeastern regions of the U.S (see figure). The consumption of selenium-enriched meat could have direct health implications for
\nhumans. In research conducted at the University of Arizona, a large group of men were
\ngiven a pill containing either organic selenium or a placebo for an extended period of
\ntime. For the group that was given a daily supplement of organic selenium, there was a
\n63% decrease in prostate cancer, a 58% decrease in colon and rectal cancers, and a 45%
\ndecrease in lung cancer. In addition, the overall cancer death rate in this group was
\nreduced by 50%. Other researchers have reported benefits of adequate selenium nutrition
\non Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome, immunity, fertility, and heart disease.
\nTime will tell whether or not selenium-enriched pork will catch on as a “health food”.
\nThe meat industry has been touting meat’s virtues as a superior source of nutrients,
\ncompared to food of plant origin, for many years. It looks like, with regards to selenium,
\nthe meat industry may have the upper hand.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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