Maternal blood cadmium, lead and arsenic levels, nutrient combinations, and offspring birthweight

Maternal blood cadmium, lead and arsenic levels, nutrient combinations, and offspring birthweight

Abstract Background Cadmium (Cd), lead (Pb) and arsenic (As) are common environmental contaminants that have been associated with lower birthweight. Although some essential metals may mitigate exposure, data are inconsistent. This study sought to evaluate the relationship between toxic metals, nutri...

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Main Authors: Yiwen Luo, Lauren E. McCullough, Jung-Ying Tzeng, Thomas Darrah, Avner Vengosh, Rachel L. Maguire, Arnab Maity, Carmen Samuel-Hodge, Susan K. Murphy, Michelle A. Mendez, Cathrine Hoyo
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2017-04-01
Series:BMC Public Health
Subjects:
Toxic metals
Dietary nutrients
Birthweight
Epidemiology
Online Access:http://link.springer.com/article/10.1186/s12889-017-4225-8

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