Copper (Cu) homeostasis is gaining increasing attention in human health as both Cu
overload and deficiency evokes pathological changes including cardiovascular diseases …

Obesity is a critical medical condition worldwide that is increasingly involved with nutritional
derangements associated with micronutrient deficiencies, including iron, zinc, calcium …

Metals are redox-active substances that participate in central biological processes and may
be involved in a multitude of pathogenic events. However, considering the inconsistencies …

Although puberty is known to influence obesity progression, the molecular mechanisms
underlying the role of sexual maturation in obesity‐related complications remains largely …

Introduction Traditionally associated with undernutrition, increasing evidence suggests
micronutrient deficiencies can coexist with overnutrition. Therefore, this work aimed to …

Trace elements are micronutrients that are required in very small quantities through diet but
are crucial for the prevention of acute and chronic diseases. Despite the fact that initial …

Due to its relationship with oxidative stress and inflammation responses, obesity and its
cardiometabolic implications have been related with serum copper (Cu). Hence, we …

Background Differences in adolescents and adults by sex in blood levels of leptin and
adiposity have been described; however, it is not yet clear if these differences arise from the …

Introduction Based on the long-term impact of childhood obesity, there is a compelling need
to assess the burden of obesity and micronutrient deficiency and the interactions between …

Trace elements and heavy metals play pivotal roles in health status by regulating a myriad of
vital biological functions. Abnormal metal homeostasis has been linked to a constellation of …