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Dietary carotenoids may defend women against HPV infection.(Women's Health)

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Vancouver, B.C. -- Women who eat their vegetables and take vitamins may have a better chance of avoiding or clearing human papillomavirus infection, Marc T. Goodman, Ph.D., said at the 22nd International Papillomavirus Conference.

Low serum levels of tocopherol (vitamin E) or retinol (vitamin A) may increase the risk for acquiring human papillomavirus (HPV) infection, according to preliminary data from a controlled study of micronutrients and HPV.

High serum levels of carotenoids may enhance clearance of HPV infection and avoid persistent infection, said Dr. Goodman of the University of Hawaii, Manoa.

The investigators analyzed data on 242 women who…

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