Which of the following statements regarding selenium/selenoproteins is incorrect?

A) The amount of selenium in foods depends upon the soil where the plants were grown and animals grazed.
B) Selenium plays an important role in the regulation of thyroid hormones.
C) They are proven protection against colon cancer.
D) Selenium functions as an antioxidant.


C

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