Abstract Purpose of Review Biomarkers are commonly used in epidemiological studies to
assess metals and metalloid exposure and estimate internal dose, as they integrate multiple …

The dietary requirement for an essential trace element is an intake level which meets a
specified criterion for adequacy and thereby minimizes risk of nutrient deficiency or excess …

Since the surge of microbiome research in the last decade, many studies have provided
insight into the causes and consequences of changes in the gut microbiota. Among the …

Monitoring mercury (Hg) levels in biota is considered an important objective for the
effectiveness evaluation of the Minamata Convention. While many studies have …

Eating fish is often recommended as part of a healthful diet. However, fish, particularly large
predatory fish, can contain significant levels of the highly toxic methylmercury (MeHg) …

Mercury (Hg), a highly toxic environmental pollutant, shows harmfulness which still
represents a big concern for human health, including hazards to fertility and pregnancy …

Metabolic syndrome (MetS) is an important public health issue that affects millions of people
around the world and is growing to pandemic-like proportions. This syndrome is defined by …

Heavy metals are elements who exist naturally in the environment, but rapid urbanization
and industrialization led to increased levels of these metals. These metals can reach the …

Mercury (Hg) is harmful to the environment and human health. The gut plays important roles
as the biological, chemical, mechanical, and immune barriers in animals and human beings …

Methylmercury (MeHg) remains a global public health issue because of its frequent
presence in human food sources obtained from the water. The excretion of MeHg in humans …