Do hydroxy-carotenoids prevent coronary heart disease? A comparison between Belfast and Toulouse

摘要: High intakes of antioxidants in fruit, vegetables and wine are thought to protect against coronary heart disease (CHD). Because people Toulouse have a much lower incidence CHD compared with Belfast, the plasma concentrations antioxidant vitamins carotenoids two populations been compared. The major difference was some carotenoids. Hydroxy-carotenoids were twice as high both sexes, notably lutein which occurs principally dark green beta-cryptoxanthin chiefly citrus fruits. In addition, alpha-carotene 50% higher Toulouse, gamma-tocopherol Belfast. Other nor significantly different. If play role preventing CHD, then hydroxy-carotenoids candidates for further investigation.