Foods high in selenium

Selenium is a mineral that supports normal thyroid function and helps protect cells from damage. Foods near the top of this list include fried and stewed pig kidney, Brazil nut kernels and cooked brown crab meat. Other listed sources include ox and lamb kidney, dried shrimps and dried prawns.

The list ranks foods by their selenium content per 100g, rather than by the amount usually eaten. Typical portion sizes therefore matter when comparing how much selenium different foods provide. The form of the food, such as raw, cooked or dried, is also relevant when making comparisons. Full nutrient figures are provided in the tables below.