Nutritional Trace Elements Influence the Pathogenesis and Resolution of Inflammatory Bowel Disease

Key Points

• To investigate the role of nutritional trace elements in the development and management of inflammatory bowel disease.
• Systematic review of existing literature on trace elements
• Analysis of their roles in immune response and inflammation
• Evaluation of the relationship between trace element levels and IBD severity
• Nutritional deficiencies in selenium, copper, and zinc may exacerbate IBD
• Adequate levels of these elements could aid in inflammation reduction
• Trace element supplementation shows potential as a therapeutic strategy for IBD