The Claim
Selenoprotein P exhibits a stronger association with impaired glucose metabolism than total plasma selenium or glutathione peroxidase 3 in Chinese women over 45 years of age.
What the research says
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In Chinese women over 45, levels of selenoprotein P are more closely linked to impaired glucose metabolism than levels of total plasma selenium or glutathione peroxidase 3.
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Selenoprotein P shows a stronger association with impaired glucose metabolism than total plasma selenium or glutathione peroxidase 3 in Chinese women over 45, suggesting it may be a more relevant biomarker of selenium-related metabolic risk in this population.
High levels of selenoprotein P trigger chronic inflammation in the body, which blocks the ability of insulin to signal cells to take up sugar from the blood. This causes sugar to build up in the bloodstream, leading to higher blood sugar levels and insulin resistance.
What the research says
1 studyIn older Chinese women, higher levels of a protein called selenoprotein P were more closely linked to high blood sugar and insulin resistance than other selenium markers, making it a better warning sign for metabolic problems.
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