Abstract Background 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 …

Selenium (Se) is an essential micronutrient for humans and animals, but lead to toxicity
when taken in excessive amounts. Plants are the main source of dietary Se, but essentiality …

Glucosinolates are secondary defense metabolites produced by plants of the order
Brassicales, which includes the model species Arabidopsis and many crop species. In the …

The quality of horticultural products is the result of the interaction of different factors,
including grower's crop management ability, genotype, and environment. Sub-optimal …

Glucosinolates, a class of secondary metabolites, mainly found in Brassicaceae, are affected
by the changing environment. This review is focusing on the physiological significance of …

Abstract Background Selenium (Se) is not an essential element for plants, although it can
benefit their growth and survival in some envionments. Excess tissue Se concentrations are …

Abiotic environmental stresses negatively impact crop productivity and are major constraints
to global food security. As a consequence of global change, certain stress factors such as …

Glucosinolates (GLSs) are found in Brassica vegetables. Examples of these sources include
cabbage, Brussels sprouts, broccoli, cauliflower and various root vegetables (eg radish and …

Brassicaceae vegetables are considered to be a staple food in many areas all over the
world. Brassica species are not only known for their high fat and protein contents for human …

Selenium (Se) at very low doses has crucial functions in humans and animals. Since plants
represent the main dietary source of this element, Se-containing crops may be used as a …