Cameron takes megadoses of a single mineral supplement.Lately,he's noticed that his fingernails break easily,his hair is falling out,and he's more tired than usual.His friends have told him that he smells like garlic.Based on this information,Cameron has consumed too much ________.

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The symptoms described are consistent with excess consumption of selenium. Brittle nails and hair loss can be caused by selenium toxicity, and a garlic-like odor can be a sign of selenium toxicity as well. Excess intake of other minerals (calcium, magnesium, and iron) are not typically associated with these specific symptoms.

Cameron Takes Megadoses of a Single Mineral Supplement