Selenium Deficiency, Inadequate Protein, Excess Carbohydrates, Chronic Illness, and Stress

question 15

Multiple Choice

Selenium deficiency, inadequate protein, excess carbohydrates, chronic illness, and stress (high cortisol levels) can all impact what thyroid metabolic process?

• A)Thyroid-stimulating hormone (TSH) production
• B)Organification of iodide
• C)Thyroid-binding globulin (TBG) T4 transport
• D)5'-Deiodinase conversion of T4 to T3

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