Beta-carotene, vitamin C, and vitamin E: the protective micronutrients

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Beta-carotene, vitamin C and vitamin E appear to reduce the risk of coronary heart disease. They probably do this by inhibiting the oxidation of low-density lipoprotein, a process thought to be the initiation of the disease. Long-term studies of large groups of health professionals have confirmed that vitamin E can reduce the risk of heart disease. All three vitamins also reduce the risk of cancer as well as macular degeneration.

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Does vitamin C intake protect against lead toxicity?

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Research presented concerns the relationship between vitamin C intake or ascorbic acid and blood lead concentrations. Findings suggest ascorbic acid levels are inversely linked with a prevalence of high blood lead concentrations.

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Lead as a risk factor for hypertension in women

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Lead may be a risk factor in hypertension for women. Bone lead concentrations have been compared for such factors as body mass index, dietary sodium intake, age, and family history of hypertension.

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