Problem

Selenium deficiency in diet

Other Names:
Inadequate dietary selenium
Nature:
Selenium is an antioxidant mineral which is deficient in certain soils and hence in certain diets.
Incidence:
A five year study is being undertaken in Europe and USA on the role of selenium supplements in cancer prevention.
Broader Problems:
Nutritional deficiencies
Related UN Sustainable Development Goals:
GOAL 1: No PovertyGOAL 3: Good Health and Well-being
Problem Type:
G: Very specific problems
Date of last update
04.10.2020 – 22:48 CEST