Vascular Function and Oxidative Stress in Emergency Medical Responders

"Participants will take two doses of antioxidant supplements in capsule form during their overnight shift: the first dose at 7:00 PM, and the second dose 1.5 hour before their morning vascular function visit (post-shift). Each dose will consist of the following concentrations of antioxidants:~600 mg of α-lipoic acid, 1,000 mg of vitamin C, and 600 IU of vitamin E."

Participants will take two doses of antioxidant supplements in capsule form during their overnight shift: the first dose at 7:00 PM, and the second dose 1.5 hour before their morning vascular function visit (post-shift). Each dose will consist of placebo pills made from microcrystalline cellulose, designed to match the antioxidants in taste, color, and appearance.