Selenium performs its functions as an integral component of proteins and enzymes, respectively. Relevant enzymes include selenium-containing glutathione peroxidases (GPxs), deiodases – types 1, 2, and 3 -, thioredoxin reductases (TrxR), selenoprotein P as well as W, and selenophosphate synthetase.Selenium deficiency leads to loss of activity of these proteins. Selenium-dependent enzymes Glutathione peroxidases The four … Selenium: Functions
Thyroid enlargement, or goiter, is one of the earliest and most visible signs of iodine deficiency. The thyroid gland enlarges due to continuous stimulation by TSH to produce thyroid hormones, but this is not possible because iodine is lacking for this purpose. Goiter can lead to the following symptoms. Increase in the circumference of the … Iodine: Symptoms of Deficiency
Chondrosarcoma is not only resistant to chemotherapy but also responds poorly to radiotherapy (radiation therapy). However, radiatio (in this case, proton therapy) may be considered in the following cases: Inoperable chondrosarcoma Chondrosarcoma was removed not far in the healthy. Thus, local tumor control can be achieved in approximately 30-50% of cases over a period of … Chondrosarcoma: Radiotherapy
In the National Nutrition Survey II (NVS II, 2008), the dietary behavior of the population was investigated for Germany and it was shown how this affects the average daily nutrient intake with macro- and micronutrients (vital substances). The intake recommendations (D-A-CH reference values) of the German Nutrition Society (DGE) are used as the basis for … Iron: Supply Situation
General measures Avoidance of psychosocial stress: Mental conflicts Stress Nutritional medicine Nutritional counseling based on nutritional analysis Nutritional recommendations according to a mixed diet taking into account the disease at hand. This means, among other things: A total of 5 servings of fresh vegetables and fruit daily (≥ 400 g; 3 servings of vegetables and … Pain during Sexual Intercourse (Dyspareunia): Therapy
