Selenium
This trace mineral is vital for immunity, hormone health, thyroid function, and numerous other internal processes.
This is one of those vitamin deficiencies linked to many autoimmune conditions, including hypothyroidism or Hashimoto’s thyroiditis, characterized by antibodies.
This finding might be partly due to the Standard American Diet, which isn’t rich in trace minerals like selenium. Insufficient selenium intake is also associated with cancer, diabetes, and even mortality.
Emerging research has also linked deficiencies to depression and a generally negative mood. To fight this deficiency, include these foods in your diet:
-Brazil nuts. But don’t consume more than about 6-8 nuts per week. Otherwise, you might develop selenium toxicity.
-Meat and poultry
-Fish
-Mushrooms
-Cottage cheese
-Eggs
-Bananas
-Spinach
-Dairy products
