Organic selenium vs. inorganic selenium

Organic selenium is derived from natural compounds like amino acids, unlike inorganic selenium sources, which are chemically synthesized. This organic form is more easily absorbed and utilized by animals, leading to enhanced bioavailability.

Evidence from over the last 20 years indicates that the form of dietary selenium is key to its efficiency. This has led to an industry-wide shift toward safer, organic forms of selenium and a move away from the traditional inorganic form of sodium selenite. Selenite’s high toxicity, pro-oxidant properties and bioavailability have caused the industry to question its use.

The smart switch for selenium

Sel-Plex® is Alltech’s proprietary organic form of selenium yeast. It is an excellent dietary source of selenium and is manufactured to mimic Mother Nature. The selenium from Sel-Plex® is safer and better able to meet the higher requirements of livestock raised for rapid growth, reproductive performance and health.

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The benefits of organic selenium 

Chick health

Supports reproductive health and sow longevity

Optimizes immune response and antioxidant status

Promotes piglet viability

Eggshell quality (increased freshness and thickness)

Optimizes immune response and antioxidant status

Egg production

Improves meat quality and the nutritional value of meat

Nutritional value of meat

Has improved FCR, ADG and carcass weight

Reproduction