Fluorine: Chemistry, Analysis, Function and Effects

ISBN-13: 9781849738880 / Angielski / Twarda / 2015 / 360 str.

Ed. Victor R. Preedy; Victor Preedy; J. Cury

Opis

Fluorine is best known for its role in the prevention of cavities and in improving oral and bone health however equally there are millions of people around the world suffering from dental fluorosis due to chronic exposure to high levels of fluoride in drinking water. This volume, written by leading researchers in this area, examines the positives and negatives of fluorine and its effects on humans for example fluoride-induced oxidative stress in the liver, effects of fluoride on insulin and preventing fluoride toxicity. Extremely useful for underpinning cross-disciplinary fluorine research, this book provides a fascinating insight for those with an interest in the health and nutritional sciences.