My uncle has survived two heart attacks, and recently asked if he might be deficient in selenium?

Question

which he had just heard is essential to heart health. I am aware of his food habits and explain that his condition could not be the result of a dietary deficiency of selenium because

a.)tap water is a source of selenium.

b.) selenium is prevalent in most food groups.

c.)he consumes legumes, a rich source of selenium.

d.)he drinks fluoridated water, which increases bioavailability of selenium.

Answer 1

a) false

b) doubt it, many people lack it

c) most likely answer

d) horridly false