Micronutrient-rich dietary intake is associated with a reduction in the effects of particulate matter on blood pressure among electronic waste recyclers at Agbogbloshie, Ghana.
Sylvia A TakyiNiladri BasuJohn Arko-MensahPaul BotweAfua Asabea Amoabeng NtiLawrencia KwartengAugustine AcquahPrudence TetteyDuah DwomohStuart BattermanThomas RobinsJulius N FobilPublished in: BMC public health (2020)
Consistent adequate dietary Fe intake was associated with reduced effects of PM2.5 on SBP of e-waste recyclers overtime. Nonetheless, given that all other micronutrients are necessary in ameliorating the adverse effects of PM on cardiovascular health, nutrition-related policy dialogues are required. Such initiatives would help educate informal e-waste recyclers and the general population on specific nutrients of concern and their impact on the exposure to ambient air pollutants.