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The exposure to humans to nitrite

C L Walters

    Oncology
    |January 1, 1980
    PubMed
    Summary

    Nitrite exposure in humans primarily comes from in vivo conversion of dietary nitrate. High, short-term nitrite intake may increase N-nitroso compound synthesis more than continuous low intake.

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    Area of Science:

    • Food science and toxicology
    • Environmental health

    Background:

    • Nitrate is abundant, but requires reduction to nitrite for nitrosation reactions.
    • Nitrite is used as a food additive to prevent microbial growth (e.g., Clostridium botulinum).
    • Natural sources of nitrite include certain vegetables and drinking water.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To investigate the primary sources of human nitrite exposure.
    • To understand the relationship between nitrate/nitrite intake and N-nitroso compound formation.

    Main Methods:

    • Literature review on nitrate and nitrite sources.
    • Analysis of factors influencing nitrosation reactions.

    Main Results:

    • The main human exposure to nitrite is from endogenous conversion of ingested nitrate, particularly from vegetables.
    • Dietary nitrate in drinking water also contributes to exposure.
    • Nitrite concentration significantly impacts N-nitroso compound synthesis, with acute high doses being more potent than chronic low doses.

    Conclusions:

    • Dietary nitrate is the predominant precursor to nitrite exposure in humans.
    • Understanding intake patterns is crucial for assessing N-nitroso compound risks.
    • Further research is needed to quantify endogenous synthesis of nitrite.

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