Selenium biofortification in the 21st century: status and challenges for healthy human nutrition
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DOI: 10.1007/s11104-020-04635-9
Abstract: Selenium (Se) is an essential element for mammals and its deficiency in the diet is a global problem. Plants accumulate Se and thus represent a major source of Se to consumers. Agronomic biofortification intends to… read more here.
Keywords: plant; biofortification 21st; selenium biofortification; agronomic biofortification ... See more keywords
Selenium biofortification in food crops: Key mechanisms and future perspectives
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DOI: 10.1016/j.jfca.2020.103615
Abstract: Abstract Selenium (Se) is an essential micronutrient for animal and humans; however, its essentiality in plants is yet to be established. Nevertheless, its beneficial role is reported in crop plants particularly under biotic and abiotic… read more here.
Keywords: crops key; biofortification food; selenium biofortification; biofortification ... See more keywords
The effect of selenium biofortification in alfalfa (Medicago sativa)
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DOI: 10.1080/01904167.2019.1676900
Abstract: Abstract Biofortification of agricultural productions is important to enhance the quality of the products. The aims of this research were to investigate the possibility of selenium biofortification of alfalfa in the calcareous and non-calcareous soils… read more here.
Keywords: effect; selenium biofortification; biofortification alfalfa; biofortification ... See more keywords
Evaluation of nano-selenium biofortification characteristics of alfalfa (Medicago sativa L.)
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DOI: 10.1515/gps-2022-8121
Abstract: Abstract Selenium (Se) is indispensable for animals and humans. One option to address Se deficiency is to biofortify plants with Se. Biofortification of forage with Se nanoparticles (NPs) is gaining more attention as an efficient… read more here.
Keywords: evaluation nano; biofortification; nano selenium; selenium ... See more keywords
Selenium Biofortification of Soybean Sprouts: Effects of Selenium Enrichment on Proteins, Protein Structure, and Functional Properties
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DOI: 10.3389/fnut.2022.849928
Abstract: Selenium (Se) biofortification during germination is an efficient method for producing Se-enriched soybean sprouts; however, few studies have investigated Se distribution in different germinated soybean proteins and its effects on protein fractions. Herein, we examined… read more here.
Keywords: biofortification; soybean; treatment; functional properties ... See more keywords
Selenium Biofortification in Fragaria × ananassa: Implications on Strawberry Fruits Quality, Content of Bioactive Health Beneficial Compounds and Metabolomic Profile
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DOI: 10.3389/fpls.2017.01887
Abstract: Selenium (Se) is an essential nutrient for humans, due to its antioxidant properties, whereas, to date, its essentiality to plants still remains to be demonstrated. Nevertheless, if added to the cultivation substrate, plants growth resulted… read more here.
Keywords: strawberry fruits; biofortification fragaria; selenium biofortification; biofortification ... See more keywords
Enhancing Nutritional and Functional Properties of Broccoli Leaves Through Selenium Biofortification: Potential for Sustainable Agriculture and Bioactive Compound Valorization
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DOI: 10.3390/agronomy15020389
Abstract: Selenium (Se) biofortification is a promising agronomic strategy to enhance the dietary intake of this essential micronutrient while simultaneously adding value to agricultural by-products like Brassica oleracea L. var. italica leaves. This study evaluated the… read more here.
Keywords: sustainable agriculture; biofortification; enhancing nutritional; selenium biofortification ... See more keywords
Influence of a Selenium Biofortification on Antioxidant Properties and Phenolic Compounds of Apples (Malus domestica)
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DOI: 10.3390/antiox9020187
Abstract: Biofortified apples seem to be a suitable produce. In this study, different selenium forms and application levels were applied to the two apple varieties ‘Golden Delicious’ and ‘Jonagold’, grown in the years 2017 and 2018… read more here.
Keywords: influence; application; selenium biofortification; phenolic compounds ... See more keywords
Influence of Selenium Biofortification of Soybeans on Speciation and Transformation during Seed Germination and Sprouts Quality
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DOI: 10.3390/foods11091200
Abstract: Selenium (Se) biofortification during seed germination is important not only to meet nutritional demands but also to prevent Se-deficiency-related diseases by producing Se-enriched foods. In this study, we evaluated effects of Se biofortification of soybeans… read more here.
Keywords: seed germination; selenium biofortification; seed; biofortification soybeans ... See more keywords
Enhancing Nutritional and Functional Properties of Hydroponically Grown Underutilised Leafy Greens Through Selenium Biofortification
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DOI: 10.3390/plants14172716
Abstract: Nutrient intake is vital for human health, yet micronutrient deficiencies remain widespread despite sufficient calorie consumption. Biofortification is the process by which the nutrient density of food crops is increased through various strategies without altering… read more here.
Keywords: biofortification; solution; purslane; underutilised leafy ... See more keywords