Can selenium deficiency in Malawi be alleviated through consumption of agro-biofortified maize flour? Study protocol for a randomised, double-blind, controlled trial

Abstract Background Micronutrient deficiencies including selenium (Se) are widespread in Malawi and potentially underlie a substantial disease burden, particularly among poorer and marginalised populations. Concentrations of Se in staple cereal crops can be increased through application of Se fertil...

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Principais autores:	Edward J. M. Joy, Alexander A. Kalimbira, Dawd Gashu, Elaine L. Ferguson, Joanna Sturgess, Alan D. Dangour, Leonard Banda, Gabriella Chiutsi-Phiri, Elizabeth H. Bailey, Simon C. Langley-Evans, R. Murray Lark, Kate Millar, Scott D. Young, Limbanazo Matandika, Joseph Mfutso-Bengo, John C. Phuka, Felix P. Phiri, Jellita Gondwe, E. Louise Ander, Nicola M. Lowe, Patson C. Nalivata, Martin R. Broadley, Elizabeth Allen
Formato:	Artigo
Idioma:	Inglês
Publicado em:	BMC 2019-12-01
coleção:	Trials
Assuntos:	Biofortification Fertilisers Malawi Micronutrients Nutrition Selenium
Acesso em linha:	https://doi.org/10.1186/s13063-019-3894-2
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