2007 – Page 37 – The Stem Cell Foundation

Disturbed Glutathione Metabolism and Decreased Antioxidant Levels in Human Immunodeficiency VirusInfected Patients during Highly Active Antiretroviral TherapyPotential Immunomodulatory Effects of Antioxidants

Post author:2by2host
Post published:February 6, 2007
Post category:Articles

Oxidative stress has been implicated in the pathogenesis of human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) infection. We examined the effect of highly active antiretroviral therapy (HAART) on plasma levels of several antioxidants…

Vitamin C Pharmacokinetics: Implications for Oral and Intravenous Use

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Post published:February 6, 2007
Post category:Articles Cancer

Background: Vitamin C at high concentrations is toxic to cancer cells in vitro. Early clinical studies of vitamin C in patients with terminal cancer suggested clinical benefit, but 2 double-blind,…

Vitamins C and E in adolescents and young adults with HIV infection

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Post published:February 6, 2007
Post category:Articles

Background: Oxidative stress during HIV infection may impair immune function, cause more rapid disease progression, and increase requirements for dietary antioxidants such as vitamins C and E. Objectives: The study…

Micronutrients: current issues for HIV care providers

Post author:2by2host
Post published:February 2, 2007
Post category:Articles

Malnutrition, often accompanied by low serum levels of micronutrients, was common in HIV-infection prior to the introduction of highly active antiretroviral therapy (HAART), and is still common in much of…