Selenium is an essential microelement required for a number of biological functions.
Selenium—and more specifically the amino acid selenocysteine—is present in at least 25 …

Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is a common chronic inflammation-mediated disorder having
systematic complications. RA triggers a self-directed inflammatory and immunological …

In vitro investigations have revealed that consumption of selenium can considerably
decrease the expression of IFN-g in Th1 cells. A low plasma selenium content has been …

The antioxidant effects of selenium as a component of selenoproteins has been thought to
modulate host immunity and viral pathogenesis. Accordingly, the association of low dietary …

Aims Previous studies have suggested that selenium as a trace element is involved in bone
health, but findings related to the specific effect of selenium on bone health remain …

Bone defects caused by trauma, tumor resection, and infections are significant clinical
challenges. Excessive reactive oxygen species (ROS) usually accumulate in the defect area …

Selenium (Se) is an essential trace element mainly known for its antioxidant, anti-
inflammatory, and anti-apoptotic properties, as it is part of the catalytic center of 25 different …

Genetic and environmental factors including lifestyle are thought to play a key role in the
pathophysiology of rheumatoid arthritis (RA). There is evidence that diet can enhance the …

Background Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is a widespread respiratory
condition characterized by chronic inflammation. Selenium, an essential trace element …

Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is a chronic and progressive autoimmune disease. The
pathogenesis of RA is complex and involves interactions between articular cells, such as …