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Changes in Vitamin A and C Levels In Black Mine-Workers


M.E. Visagie
J.P. Du Plessis
G. Groothof
A. Alberts
N.F. Laubscher

Abstract

An investigation of the vitamin A and C status of Black mine-workers was carried out at the request of the Anglo American Corporation of South Africa Ltd. It was found that, although there was no evidence of widespread vitamin A deficiency, there was sufficient evidence of subclinical deficiency to warrant further investigation. In spite of apparently adequate vitamin C intakes, a relatively high incidence of subclinical vitamin C deficiency was found. It is strongly recommended that further studies be undertaken to establish what are the minimum levels of vitamin A and C required daily to reduce effectively the incidence of subclinical deficiency.


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