Category: Selenium

Over 25 human proteins, known as selenoproteins, contain the unique amino acid selenocysteine. However, unlike other amino acids, selenocysteine is not coded for directly in the genetic code and is less common in foods than selenomethionine. Understanding what foods contain selenocysteine can help you better support your body's essential functions, from thyroid health to antioxidant defense.

Over 20% of software testing is automated, and Selenium 4 has fundamentally shifted how this is done with a major architectural overhaul. This transition from Selenium 3's JSON Wire Protocol to the W3C WebDriver standard is key to understanding how Selenium 4 works, offering improved stability, performance, and powerful new features.

Research shows that the human body absorbs over 90% of organic selenium, like selenomethionine, compared to about 50% from inorganic forms. While this high bioavailability is a key benefit, optimizing your intake timing can further enhance its effectiveness and minimize potential side effects.