Protects liver from acetaminophen toxcicity. Induces apoptosis in human prostate and stomach cancer cells. Prevents cell damage in smokers. Reduces LDL oxidation. Protects red blood cells from oxidative damage.
Lowest consumption has double the stroke risk.
Serum ferritin causes LDL lipid peroxidation and is a strong risk predictor for progression of atherosclerosis. Ferritin and LDL show a synergistic adverse association with cardiovascular disease and death. Iron promotes oxidation, resulting in death of the nerve cells and is implicated in Parkinson's disease. Vitamin E and selenium protect the heart from iron toxicity. Enhances antioxidant enzymes in the body.