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What research has been done on selenium deficiency?
many researchers who have investigated Keshan disease, a form of heart disease in children, believe that it is caused by selenium deficiency. The disease can be prevented but not cured with supplemental selenium
What is the disease caused by lack of protein and carbohydrates?
A disease caused by lack of all macronutriets (carbohydrates, fats, and protein) is kwashiorkor. Symptoms include a swollen abdomen, cracking and scaly skin, and reddish hair. The mortality is about 60% and it also affects a person's physical and mental development.Another related disease is Marasmus. Marasmus is caused by a lack of protein. This is generally less severe than Kwashiorikor.
What is the Name for turning green plants white by lack of light?
The disease that turns plants white, caused by lack of light, is called Etiolation.
Why is selenium a poor conductor?
Selenium is a non metal, and non metals are poor conductors due to the lack of free electrons or ions.
Can selenium cure periodontal disease?
Selenium appears to speed up the healing of fragile gum tissue as well as opposing the actions of free radicals, which are extremely damaging to gum tissue.
What research has been done on selenium deficiency?
many researchers who have investigated Keshan disease, a form of heart disease in children, believe that it is caused by selenium deficiency. The disease can be prevented but not cured with supplemental selenium
What disease is caused by lack of fibre?
there are many types of diseases caused by lack of fiber, like heart disease or appendicitis's. hope it helps
What disease is caused by a lack of fat?
anorexia
What disease is caused by lack of dopamine?
depression
What is the disease caused by lack of vitiaminC?
scurvy
What is the disease caused by lack of insulin?
Diabetes
What is the disease caused by severe lack of vitamin c?
Scurvy.....Scurvy cannot be spread, it is a deficiency disease. Scurvy is caused by a severe lack of vitamin C.
What was the disease that was caused by lack of viamin c?
Scurvey
What disease is caused by lack of fruit and vegetables?
Scurvy.
What is the disease that is caused by lack of Vitamin D?
Rickets
What is the name of the disease caused by lack of fiber?
Constipation
What was the disease caused by a lack of vitamin C?
Scurvy
