Application of Isotopic and Nuclear Techniques in the Study of Nutrition-Pollution Interactions and Their Impact on Nutritional Status of Human Subjects in Developing Country Populations

The report explores the interplay between environmental pollutants and nutritional factors across developing countries using isotopic and nuclear techniques. The findings emphasize the role of biomarkers such as breast milk and placental tissue to track pollutant exposure and nutritional status. It identifies critical relationships between toxic heavy metals (e.g., As, Pb, Hg, Cd) and micronutrients (e.g., Fe, Zn, Ca, Cu), assessing their collective impact on human health. The study recommends harmonized methods and protocols to measure these interactions.