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Selenium deficiency epidemiology and demographics
Introduction
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Overview
Overview
Selenium deficiency is relatively rare in healthy well-nourished individuals. Few cases in humans have been reported.
Epidemiology and prevention
Epidemiology and prevention
These diseases are most common in certain parts of China where the intake is low[1] because the soil is extremely deficient in selenium. Studies in Jiangsu Province of China have indicated a reduction in the prevalence of these diseases by taking selenium supplements.[2] In Finland, selenium salts are added to chemical fertilizers, as a way to increase selenium in soils.[3]
References
References
- ↑ “Selenium: Mineral Deficiency and Toxicity: Merck Manual Professional”. Retrieved 2008-11-29.
- ↑ “Dietary Supplement Fact Sheet: Selenium — Health Professional Fact Sheet”. ods.od.nih.gov. Retrieved 2015-09-08.
- ↑ Varo, Pertti; Alfihan, Georg; Ekholm, Paivi; Aro, Antti; Koivistoinen, Pekka (1988). “Selenium intake and serum selenium in Finland: effects of soil fertilization with selenium” (PDF). American Journal of Clinical Nutrition. Retrieved 8 September 2015.
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