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Selenium Concentration and Speciation in Formulae for Infants: Implications for Infant Health
Inappropriate concentrations of elements in formulae for infants may lead to adverse health effects. Selenium (Se) is a trace element essential for the proper development of infants. It is naturally present in human milk and is also added to infant formulae. However, both insufficient and excessive Se intake may be harmful. The aim of this study was to determine Se concentrations and chemical forms in 148 formulae for infants available on the Polish market and to assess their nutritional safety. Se concentrations w …