Research suggests that consuming more fatty fish, fruits, and vegetables could potentially shield the lungs from the negative impacts of air pollution. The research team will look at whether a dietary intervention aimed at increasing intake of these foods can protect the lungs from woodsmoke as the air pollutant and look into how this works.
Healthy, and specifically with no respiratory disease
Not taking any supplements, or willing to abstain from supplement use for 4-weeks prior to study start and the whole duration of the study,
Must currently consume, on average, less than 2 servings of fish per week and fewer than 5 servings of fruits and vegetables per day based on screening questionnaires.
Must have a null GSTM1 genotype determined at screening.
Pregnant or planning to become pregnant during the study period.
Health conditions that would pose an unacceptable risk of dietary change, or conditions that are uncontrolled based on principal investigator's judgement.
Actively attempting to lose weight.
Frequent wood smoke exposure (e.g. at home or employment).