We carried out a randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled trial to determine the effect of selenium (an antioxidant agent) or pentoxifylline (an antiinflammatory agent) in 159 patients with mild ...

Selenium deficiency refers to not having enough selenium in your system. Symptoms may include fatigue, muscle weakness, and infertility, among others. The amount of selenium in food sources is largely ...

Just 3 oz of tuna contains 167% of a person’s daily selenium needs. This recipe pairs a spiced, flavorful tuna steak with a nutritious salsa to offer a balanced meal. A serving of 3 oz of light ...

The role of selenium in health was first recognized as a toxic one by the recognition of its adverse effects. Being a trace element, only a minute amount is needed to maintain its important ...

Selenium is a mineral found in the soil. It naturally appears in water and some foods. While people only need a very small amount, selenium plays a key role in your metabolism. Brazil nuts are are one ...

Scientists show that nanoscale selenium can reduce fertilizer use by 30%, improve rice nutrition, and lower greenhouse gases. (Nanowerk News) The cultivation of rice—the staple grain for more than 3.5 ...