Which statement is true about the relationship between the antioxidant functions of selenium and vitamin E?
a. Selenium intake can reduce the need for vitamin E.
b. Vitamin E intake inhibits the antioxidant properties of selenium.
c. In order to have an antioxidant effect, selenium and vitamin E need to be consumed together.
d. Selenium and vitamin E work independently as antioxidants.
Ans: a. Selenium intake can reduce the need for vitamin E.
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