Is there Selenium in My Drinking Water?
Is there Selenium in My Drinking Water?
Publication Year:
2022
Authors:
Environmental Public Health Alberta Health Services
Language:
English
Affiliated Orgs.:
Alberta Health Services
Resource Type:
Blog Post
Summary:
The article describes selenium’s natural presence in soil and rocks, which can lead to its occurrence in drinking water. While discussing the health implications of selenium imbalances, it underscores that drinking water typically doesn’t have excessive levels. It offers advice on testing and potential exposure reduction.
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Resource Information
Resource Type
Blog Post
Publication Year
2022
Author
Environmental Public Health Alberta Health Services
Language
English
Organizational Affiliation
Alberta Health Services
Relevant Country
Canada
Specific Contaminants
Other Chemicals, Selenium
Business Connect Takeaways
The article explains that selenium occurs naturally in soil and rocks, and can therefore be present in drinking water in some areas.
The article provides information on the health effects of selenium, including both deficiency and excess, and notes that the levels of selenium in drinking water are generally not high
The article provides guidance for individuals who are concerned about selenium in their drinking water, including testing their water and taking steps to reduce exposure if necessary