Jade is concerned about her risk of Kashin-Beck disease. To help reduce her risk of this condition, Jade should ________.
A. consume more selenium-rich foods
B. increase her sun exposure
C. avoid foods such as Brazil nuts and tuna fish
D. reduce her physical activity level
Answer: A
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