Effectiveness of Antioxidants Questioned
December 5, 2001
A new report suggests that antioxidants do not benefit the heart as once thought. Furthermore, antioxidants may actually limit the effectiveness of cholesterol-lowering drugs in people with heart disease. Dr. Greg Brown of the University of Washington monitored 160 heart disease patients over a three-year period. He found that 14 percent of those taking cholesterol-lowering drugs known as statins, along with antioxidants such as vitamin E, C, and beta carotene, suffered strokes and heart attacks or required bypass surgery.
Dr. Brown claims the study indicates that antioxidants diminish the effectiveness of statins. The research was published in the New England Journal of Medicine.
Health experts say the study's results are stunning but that more research is needed to determine the true effectiveness of antioxidants. In addition, medical officials note that it is important to contact your doctor before altering your medication regimen.
-- Article Courtesy of InjuryBoard.com
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