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Leukemia
Bioflavonoids May Contribute to DNA Damage Leading to Disease in Infants
May 6th, 2000
Scientists from the University of Chicago Medical Center have found molecular evidence that bioflavonoids, which are ordinarily considered quite beneficial, can cause breaks in DNA that could trigger the development of infant leukemias. Bioflavonoids are found at high levels in many foods, including soybeans, fruits, root vegetables, and herbs, and are often ingested in high concentrations as dietary supplements. The researchers found that 10 of the 20 bioflavonoids tested caused breaks in one small region of a gene known as MLL, which is a key player in about 80% of infant leukemias. Some bioflavonoids were as active in causing DNA damage as...
Source: Women's Health Weekly (2000-05-06)
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