Selenium in Bone Health: Roles in Antioxidant Protection and Cell Proliferation
Selenium (Se) is an essential trace element for humans and animals, and several findings suggest that dietary Se intake may be necessary for bone health. Such findings may relate to roles of Se in antioxidant protection, enhanced immune surveillance and modulation of cell proliferation. Elucidation...
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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MDPI AG
2013-01-01
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Series: | Nutrients |
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Online Access: | http://www.mdpi.com/2072-6643/5/1/97 |