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Title: Elemental health

Journal Article · · Elements
OSTI ID:478099

Trace elements used in nutritional supplements and vitamins are discussed in the article. Relevant studies are briefly cited regarding the health effects of selenium, chromium, germanium, silicon, zinc, magnesium, silver, manganese, ruthenium, lithium, and vanadium. The toxicity and food sources are listed for some of the elements. A brief summary is also provided of the nutritional supplements market.

OSTI ID:
478099
Journal Information:
Elements, Vol. 6, Issue 1; Other Information: PBD: Jan-Feb 1997
Country of Publication:
United States
Language:
English