Selenium and Metabolic Disorders: An Emphasis on Type 2 Diabetes Risk

Selenium (Se) is a micronutrient that maintains biological functions through the action of Se containing proteins known as selenoproteins. Due to the known antioxidant effects of Se, supplements containing Se have been on the rise. While Se supplementation may be beneficial for Se deficient populati...

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Main Authors: Ashley N. Ogawa-Wong, Marla J. Berry, Lucia A. Seale
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2016-02-01
Series:Nutrients
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Online Access:http://www.mdpi.com/2072-6643/8/2/80