The association between diet and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease in subjects selected from general practice

It is unclear why some smokers develop chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) whilst the majority do not. Antioxidants found in food may protect against lung tissue injury, but previous epidemiological studies are inconsistent and do not focus on those most at risk of COPD, namely smokers. Thi...

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Main Authors: Watson, L. (Author), Margetts, B. (Author), Howarth, P. (Author), Dorward, M. (Author), Thompson, R. (Author), Little, P. (Author)
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: 2002-08.
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