An epidemiological study of well-water nitrates in a group of south west african/namibian infants

Abstract

A study of 486 infants consuming well-water with various nitrate concentrations showed a strong correlation between actual nitrate intake and methaemoglobin levels. The regular administration of Vitamin C to infants is more important than the effects of age in lowering methaemoglobin levels. Mothers who live in high nitrate-bearing areas have increased infant wastage. © 1981.