Selenium in the environment, food and health
L.H. Foster
(Researcher in the Nutrition
Research Centre, South Bank University, London, UK.)
S. Sumar
(Visiting Professor of Food Analysis at Alexandria University, Egypt and a Senior Lecturer in Food Analysis and Composition at South Bank University, London, UK.)
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Abstract
Describes the importance of selenium (Se) for human health. Outlines the sources of Se in the environment and food. Gives UK recommended intakes. Calls for further research into the nutritional significance of Se.
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Citation
Foster, L.H. and Sumar, S. (1995), "Selenium in the environment, food and health", Nutrition & Food Science, Vol. 95 No. 5, pp. 17-23. https://doi.org/10.1108/00346659510093991
Publisher
:MCB UP Ltd
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