Dr. Nancy Whitehouse: Benefits of Organic Selenium | Ep. 94

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In this episode of The Dairy Podcast Show, Dr. Nancy Whitehouse, an assistant research professor at the University of New Hampshire, discusses the importance of selenium in dairy cow nutrition. Dr. Whitehouse explains the differences between organic and inorganic selenium, including the distinctions between organic forms such as yeast and hydroxy selenium methionine and the benefits of supplementation. Don't miss this enlightening discussion on enhancing dairy herd performance, available on all major platforms.

"Organic selenium, such as yeast selenium, is better absorbed and more effective. Hydroxy selenium methionine, which I worked on, shows even better absorption."

What you'll learn:

• (00:00) Highlight
• (01:34) Introduction 
• (05:12) The importance of selenium
• (07:04) Selenium: organic vs. inorganic
• (07:57) Differences Between Organic Selenium Types
• (09:46) Selenium and immune function
• (13:08) Challenges in selenium research
• (21:12) Current research and future focus
• (22:48) Final three questions

Meet the guest: Dr. Nancy Whitehouse received her M.S. and Ph.D. in Animal Sciences from the University of New Hampshire. Her research focuses on dairy nutrition and lactation physiology, with a particular interest in selenium supplementation and its effects on cow health and productivity. She currently serves as an assistant research professor at the University of New Hampshire. 

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