7. Conclusion
This brief review presents the adverse effects of a number
of (air) pollutants in human health. As shown, major impairments
of different organs can be observed. The main conclusion
drawn is that, in view of increased exposure of humans
in a diversity of pollutants, dietary interventions, rich in
plant-derived foods, may protect or decrease their effects on
different organs. This conclusion is supported by a number
of epidemiological studies on the beneficial effect of a Mediterranean-
type diet on human health.