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Is There Correlation Between Aluminum-Based Food Consumption and Plasma Level in Pregnant Women?
Sarine El Daouk1,2,3, Alain Pineau4, M Fouad Ziade5
1Targets and Drugs of Immunity and Cancer Infections (ERATU - EA 1155 IiCiMED IFR 26), Nantes University, Nantes, France. sarine.el-daouk@etu.univ-nantes.fr.
Abstract:
To explore the correlation of AL-based food consumption, known to have negative impact on health, and Al plasma levels with pregnancy status. A cross-sectional study was conducted on 75 participants, including 50 pregnant women. Al plasma levels were analyzed by ET-AAS. Exposure to food was positively correlated to Al mean plasma levels (reaching 2.12 ± 1.17 μg/L) by 32%, specifically for potatoes, fruits, soft drinks, and ready meals. Usage of Al cookware was associated to higher Al plasma levels while pregnancy status was protective. Establishment of national recommendation to maintain lower levels of Al in food is required.
