selenium

Question 1

What is the role of glutathione in the body?

Answer 1

Glutathione acts as an antioxidant and is a cofactor for various enzymatic reactions.

Question 2

What are the functions of the immune system?

Answer 2

The immune system protects the body against pathogens and diseases.

Question 3

What is the conversion process of thyroid hormones from T4 to T3?

Answer 3

T4 (thyroxine) is converted to T3 (triiodothyronine), which is the active form of thyroid hormone.

Question 4

What is one function of insulin in the body?

Answer 4

Insulin regulates glucose metabolism.

Question 5

List three sources of nutrients important for thyroid function.

Answer 5

• Brazil nuts
• Yeast
• Fish and seafood
• Organ meats

Question 6

What is a potential deficiency condition associated with thyroid hormone imbalance?

Answer 6

Hypothyroidism.

Question 7

Name two symptoms of hypothyroidism.

Answer 7

• Hair loss
• Weight gain
• Fatigue
• Anaemia
• Increased cancer risk

Question 8

What are some signs of toxicity related to excess intake of selenium (seleniosis) ?

Answer 8

• Nausea
• Vomiting
• Garlic breath
• Brittle hair and nails
• Neurological symptoms

Question 9

True or False: Increased cancer risk can be a symptom of hypothyroidism.

Answer 9

True.

Question 10

Fill in the blank: A deficiency in thyroid hormones can lead to _______.

Answer 10

[hypothyroidism]

Question 11

what are signs of deficiency of selenium

Answer 11

hair loss, muscle pain and tenderness, increased risk of cancer, haemolytic anaemia, increased risk of auto immune disease, depression and memory loss,
kasha beck syndrome