Can selenium deficiency in Malawi be alleviated through consumption of agro-biofortified maize flour? Study protocol for a randomised, double-blind, controlled trial

Can selenium deficiency in Malawi be alleviated through consumption of agro-biofortified maize flour? Study protocol for a randomised, double-blind, controlled trial

Abstract Background Micronutrient deficiencies including selenium (Se) are widespread in Malawi and potentially underlie a substantial disease burden, particularly among poorer and marginalised populations. Concentrations of Se in staple cereal crops can be increased through application of Se fertil...

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Main Authors: Edward J. M. Joy, Alexander A. Kalimbira, Dawd Gashu, Elaine L. Ferguson, Joanna Sturgess, Alan D. Dangour, Leonard Banda, Gabriella Chiutsi-Phiri, Elizabeth H. Bailey, Simon C. Langley-Evans, R. Murray Lark, Kate Millar, Scott D. Young, Limbanazo Matandika, Joseph Mfutso-Bengo, John C. Phuka, Felix P. Phiri, Jellita Gondwe, E. Louise Ander, Nicola M. Lowe, Patson C. Nalivata, Martin R. Broadley, Elizabeth Allen
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2019-12-01
Series:Trials
Subjects:
Biofortification
Fertilisers
Malawi
Micronutrients
Nutrition
Selenium
Online Access:https://doi.org/10.1186/s13063-019-3894-2

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https://doi.org/10.1186/s13063-019-3894-2

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