Abstract:Strokes are the third leading cause of death in the Korea and cause long‐term disability. In particular, 80% of total strokes are ischemic strokes in Western countries. Although a high intake of fruits and vegetables which are rich in antioxidant nutrients and B vitamins may reduce atherosclerosis and strokes, the results remain inconclusive. The objective of the present study is to investigate the associations between fruits and vegetable intake, particularly antioxidants nutrients and B vitamins intake and i… Show more
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