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Publication Date: 1983-Sep-2
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Dietary Carcinogens and Anticarcinogens.
Ames, Bruce N.
Science, v221 n4617 p1256-64 Sep 23 1983
Describes 16 mutagens/carcinogens found in plant food and coffee as well as several anticarcinogens also found in such food. Speculates on relevant biochemical mechanisms, particularly the role of oxygen radicals and their inhibitors in the fat/cancer relationship, promotion, anticarcinogenesis, and aging. (JN)
Descriptors: Aging (Individuals), Biochemistry, Cancer, Dietetics, DNA, Food, Metabolism, Pesticides, Physical Health
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Language: English
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