While it's been known that the essential function of #selenium was its incorporation as #selenocysteine into #selenoproteins (e.g. the enzyme glutathione peroxidase) now, Ingold et al. reveal the precise role of #selenolatebased # Longer Lifespans and Better Health with Glutathione: Taking the Confusion Out of the Master Antioxidant WholeFoods Magazine Glutathione Recycling pathway Glutathione is involved in detoxification. The graphic shows that riboflavin is needed for glutathione reduction. Selenium supports utilization of glutathione. #dirtygenes #glutathione #riboflavin Catalytic cycle of (A) selenium dependent Gpx (SecGpx) and (B) Download Scientific Diagram