Arsenic may reduce the effectiveness of vaccines in children, but folic acid (vitamin B9) helps combat this. A study by scientists from the University of Texas published in the journal Environment International.
Arsenic is present at high levels in groundwater in many countries, including the United States, India, Taiwan, and Chile. The main source of arsenic is water. Chronic exposure increases the risk of various health problems, including cancer.
In the new study, researchers evaluated measles virus antibody levels and urine arsenic levels in 476 U.S. children ages 6 to 11 who had received the measles vaccine. Children’s age, race, dietary intake of vitamin B12 and selenium, socioeconomic status, height and weight were also taken into account.
The analysis revealed a significant decrease in measles antibody concentrations as urine arsenic levels increased in children with low serum folic acid levels. However, measles antibodies were higher in patients with normal folic acid concentrations.
Scientists believe that folic acid may alleviate the toxic effects of arsenic, helping it to be eliminated from the body more quickly.
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