Epidemiologic studies and case reports have shown that chronic exposure to selenium
compounds is associated with several adverse health effects in humans. An early toxic effect …

The latest developments of epidemiologic and biochemical research suggest that current
upper limits of intake for dietary selenium and for overall selenium exposure may be …

New data have been accumulated in the scientific literature in recent years which allow a
more adequate risk assessment of selenium with reference to human health. This new …

Despite the recent findings of environmental contamination, selenium toxicosis in humans is
exceedingly rare in the United States, with the few known cases resulting from industrial …

Abstract Purpose of Review Selenium, a trace element, is ubiquitous in the environment.
The main source of human exposure is diet. Despite its nutritional benefits, it is one of the …

To determine whether high dietary selenium intake was associated with adverse effects,
selenium in diet, blood, and toenails was studied in relation to human health in adults …

The nutritionally important trace elements share a high biological activity, implemented
through association with enzymes, hormones or vitamins. The same activity responsible for …

Scientific opinion on the relationship between selenium and the risk of cancer has
undergone radical change over the years, with selenium first viewed as a possible …

Great differences in dietary selenium intake have resulted in naturally occurring human
selenium deficiencies and toxicities in certain parts of the world. Most North American diets …

A comprehensive, authoritative report of a National Research Council subcommittee reviews
current knowledge concerning selenium (Se) in nutrition for nutrition, food, and health …