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Does Beta Carotene Help With Cancer Risk Smokers?

Beta carotene supplements increase lung cancer risk in smokers — do not use if you smoke.

Moderate Evidence

Evidence Summary

Beta carotene supplements increase lung cancer risk in smokers — do not use if you smoke.

Effective Dose

Risk observed at supplemental doses

Supporting Studies

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