L-Ascorbic Acid, also known as Vitamin C, is a six-carbon lactone produced by plants and some animal species but not by humans and other primates. Ascorbic acid functions as an enzymatic cofactor for multiple enzymes, serving as an electron donor for monooxygenases and dioxygenases.
Application:
1. Antiscorbutic, antiviral
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2. Analgesic, antipyretic
3. Physiological antioxidant. Coenzyme for a number of hydroxylation reactions; required for collagen synthesis. Widely distributed in plants and animals. Inadequate intake results in deficiency syndromes such as scurvy. Used as antimicrobial and antioxidant in foodstuffs.
The study found that Chinese obesity levels have risen
In a report released on July 15, 2008, researchers highlighted a growing public health concern in China: the rapid rise in obesity rates. According to the study, one in four Chinese adults is now overweight, signaling a major shift in dietary habits and lifestyle. The research, published in the July/August issue of *Health Affairs*, revealed that increased consumption of meat and dairy products has significantly impacted the health of the population.
China is now among the fastest-growing countries in terms of adult overweight rates, with only Mexico showing a faster increase. Barry Popkin, a professor of nutrition at the University of North Carolina’s Carolina Population Center and the study’s lead author, warned that without intervention, the same trend could soon spread to other nations.
"If we don’t act now, what we see in China today will become a global issue tomorrow," he said. He emphasized the need for effective strategies to promote healthier eating and active lifestyles, warning that failure to do so could lead to higher rates of mortality, disease, and long-term healthcare costs.
The study also pointed out that the traditional Chinese diet—rich in vegetables and carbohydrates with minimal animal products—is rapidly disappearing. In 2006, less than 1% of Chinese adults consumed more than 90% of their food from non-animal sources. This shift has been linked to rising cases of cancer and heart disease across the country.
Popkin stressed that the changes in diet and physical activity are not just trends but serious threats to public health. He called for policy reforms, education, and community-based initiatives to reverse these negative patterns before it's too late. As the world watches China's health crisis unfold, the lessons learned could be critical in preventing similar issues elsewhere.
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