Mortality in randomized trials of antioxidant supplements for primary and secondary prevention: systematic review and meta-analysis.
Article submitted by HMHB at 13:04, Wed 28 Mar 2007
PMID: 17327526
OBJECTIVE: To assess the effect of antioxidant supplements on mortality in randomized primary and secondary prevention trials.
CONCLUSIONS: Treatment with beta carotene, vitamin A, and vitamin E may increase mortality. The potential roles of vitamin C and selenium on mortality need further study
CONCLUSIONS: Treatment with beta carotene, vitamin A, and vitamin E may increase mortality. The potential roles of vitamin C and selenium on mortality need further study
Conflict of Interests - none