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• Selenium in biology
  == Selenium in Biology ==
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• Selenium deficiency
  == Selenium Deficiency == ...medical condition characterized by a lack of the essential trace mineral [[selenium]] in the body.
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• Selenous acid
  ...id''', is a chemical compound with the formula H2SeO3. It is an oxoacid of selenium, and its structure is more accurately described as (HO)2SeO2. ...similarity to the previously discovered element tellurium, which was named for the Earth.
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• Glutathione peroxidase
  ...h-thigh-own per-ox-ih-dase) is a family of [[enzyme|enzymes]] containing [[selenium]], which play a key role in the body's detoxification system and also provi ...of [[glutamate]], [[cysteine]], and [[glycine]], and 'Peroxidase', a term for enzymes that catalyze reactions involving peroxides.
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• Keshan disease
  ...to be caused by a combination of dietary deficiency of the trace element [[selenium]] and the presence of a mutated strain of [[Coxsackie virus]]. Treatment for Keshan Disease typically involves addressing the selenium deficiency through dietary supplementation and managing the symptoms of hea
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• Ebselen
  ...for selenium, '''Se''' for the chemical symbol of selenium, and '''len''' for the lenitive properties it possesses. ...yme that protects the body from oxidative damage. Ebselen has been studied for its potential use in various medical conditions, including [[bipolar disord
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• Brazil nuts
  ...y the Brazil nut tree, native to the [[Amazon Rainforest]]. They are known for their rich, distinctive flavor and high nutritional value. ...itamin E]], [[selenium]], [[magnesium]], and [[zinc]]. They are also known for their high [[antioxidant]] content.
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• Mustard
  ...or a variety of health conditions. The seeds are rich in a nutrient called selenium, which helps reduce inflammation and asthma attacks. They also contain magn Mustard oil, derived from the seeds, is often used topically for pain relief. It is believed to stimulate blood flow and has warming propert
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• Spirulina
  ...complex vitamins, beta-carotene, vitamin E, manganese, zinc, copper, iron, selenium, and gamma linolenic acid (an essential fatty acid). * [[Selenium]]
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• Avena sativa
  ..., also known as the [[Common oat]], is a species of [[cereal grain]] grown for its seed, which is known by the same name. The term 'Avena sativa' is deriv ...ved from Latin. 'Avena' is the Latin word for 'oat', and 'sativa' is Latin for 'cultivated'. Thus, 'Avena sativa' translates to 'cultivated oat'.
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• Flank steak
  ...nimal. The term "steak" comes from the Old Norse "steik", meaning meat cut for roasting or grilling. * [[Braise]]: A cooking method often used for flank steak.
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• Basmati rice
  ...agrant'. It is believed to have been cultivated in the Indian subcontinent for centuries. The earliest extant work to mention basmati rice is Heer Ranjha ...on of Basmati rice is a labor-intensive process and the rice is often aged for up to a year before it reaches the market, which further enhances its flavo
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• Trace elements
  ...essential [[minerals]] that are required in minute amounts by an organism for proper physiological and biochemical functioning. ...[[iron]], [[zinc]], [[copper]], [[manganese]], [[fluoride]], [[iodine]], [[selenium]], [[molybdenum]], and others.
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• Clams
  ...h it uses for locomotion, and a [[siphon (mollusk)|siphon]], which it uses for feeding and respiration. ...elenium]]. They also contain [[omega-3 fatty acids]], which are beneficial for heart health.
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• Smoked salmon
  ...d salmon is considered a delicacy. Although the term lox is sometimes used for smoked salmon, they are different products. * [[Scottish Smoked Salmon]]: This is typically cold smoked salmon, known for its strong smoky flavor.
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• Trace minerals
  ...hemical elements]] that are required by living organisms in minute amounts for proper physiological and biochemical functioning. ...hey include elements like [[iron]], [[zinc]], [[copper]], [[manganese]], [[selenium]], and [[iodine]].
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• Sweet potato
  ...elieved to have originated from the word "batata," which is the Taino name for the plant. The English word "potato" was later added to distinguish it from * [[Ipomoea batatas]]: The scientific name for the sweet potato plant.
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• Squab
  * [[Pigeon]]: A bird that is often raised for its meat, known as squab. * [[Poultry]]: A category of domesticated birds kept by humans for their eggs, meat, or feathers. These include chickens, turkeys, ducks, and
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• Dietary mineral
  ...uired as an essential nutrient by organisms to perform functions necessary for life. ...s and include iron, manganese, copper, iodine, zinc, cobalt, fluoride, and selenium.
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• Trace mineral
  ...hey include elements like [[iron]], [[zinc]], [[copper]], [[manganese]], [[selenium]], and [[iodine]]. * [[Micronutrient]]: A nutrient required in small quantities for normal growth and development.
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