By Dr Justine Butler, VIVA!HEALTH
Until 1817, no one knew that selenium existed. But that year, Swedish chemist Jöns Jacob Berzelius discovered a mineral similar to the element tellurium, which had been discovered in 1782 and named after the Latin word for earth ‘tellus’. Berzelius kept the celestial theme going and named his new discovery selenium, after ‘selene’, the Greek name for the moon.
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Create a new kind of Christmas! We bring you the best meat-free recipes, including Gas Oakley's ultimate vegan roast, along with tips for making your celebrations more ethical and less wasteful. This issue we also put vegan cheese to the test, review upscale restaurant chains and shop the best cruelty-free winter boots. If you're thinking about giving Veganuary a go, we have all the advice you need to make a success of plant-based eating – it's easier than you think! PLUS Don't miss your chance to win a year's worth of Holland & Barrett products worth £420…