Selenium to seleniumproteins – the role in COVID-19 – Tomo et al. 2021
Reactive oxygen species caused by oxidative stress during viral infection from rhinoviruses is followed by an activation of inflammatory pathways that lead to an increase in tissue destruction through the NF-κB pathway. Selenium is known to inhibit the activation of the NF-κB pathway thus reducing inflammation.
The influence of selenium on immune responses – Hoffmann P.R & Berry M.J. 2008
Selenium (Se) is a potent nutritional antioxidant that carries out biological effects through its incorporation into selenoproteins. Given the crucial roles that selenoproteins play in regulating reactive oxygen species (ROS) and redox status in nearly all tissues, it is not surprising that dietary Se strongly influences inflammation and immune responses.
A Mechanistic Link Between Selenium and Coronavirus Disease 2019 – Khatiwada et al. 2021
Selenium is one of the major trace elements required for redox functions and has significant roles in viral infections oxidative stress is a characteristic feature of COVID-19 disease, which is linked with the immunopathological disorder observed in individuals with severe COVID-19. Selenium plays a key role in strengthening immunity, reducing oxidative stress, preventing viral infections and supporting critical illness. Moreover, selenium deficiency is related to oxidative stress and hyperinflammation seen in critical illness, and selenium deficiency is found to be associated with the severity of COVID-19 disease.
Immune-boosting role of vitamins D, C, E, zinc, selenium and omega-3 fatty acids – Shakoor et al. 2021
COVID-19 disproportionately affects the elderly, both directly, and through a number of significant age-related comorbidities. Undoubtedly, nutrition is a key determinant of maintaining good health. Key dietary components such as vitamins C, D, E, zinc, selenium and the omega 3 fatty acids have well-established immunomodulatory effects, with benefits in infectious disease. Some of these nutrients have also been shown to have a potential role in the management of COVID-19.
Effect of magnesium supplementation on depression status in depressed patients with magnesium deficiency – Rajizadeh et al. 2017
Daily consumption of 500 mg magnesium oxide tablets for ≥8 wk by depressed patients suffering from magnesium deficiency leads to improvements in depression status and magnesium levels.
Impact of magnesium on bone health in older adults: A systematic review and meta-analysis – Groenendijl et al. 2022
Magnesium plays a key role in bone health and may, therefore, represents an interesting nutrient for the prevention of bone loss and osteoporosis.
Effect of oral magnesium supplementation on physical performance in healthy elderly women involved in a weekly exercise program – Veronese et al. 2014
Daily magnesium oxide supplementation for 12 wk seems to improve physical performance in healthy elderly women. These findings suggest a role for magnesium supplementation in preventing or delaying the age-related decline in physical performance.
Magnesium in the gynecological practice – Parazzini et al. 2017
A growing amount of evidence suggests that magnesium deficiency may play an important role in several clinical conditions concerning women health such as premenstrual syndrome, dysmenorrhea, and postmenopausal symptoms.
The role of vitamins and minerals in energy metabolism and well-being – Huskisson et al. 2007
A review of the literature identified an important group at risk of inadequate micronutrient intake: young adults, often women, with a demanding lifestyle who are physically active. Micronutrient supplementation can alleviate deficiencies, but supplements must be taken for an adequate period of time.
Can Magnesium Enhance Exercise Performance – Zhang et al. 2017
Magnesium (Mg) is an essential mineral that plays a critical role in the human body. It takes part in the process of energy metabolism and assists the maintenance of normal muscle function. A number of studies evaluated the association between Mg status/supplementation and exercise performance and found that the need for Mg increased as individuals’ physical activity level went up.
