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What effect does nitrate have on humans?

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According to the Agency for Toxic Substances and Disease Registry, high levels of nitrate, often from contaminated drinking water, can seriously affect blood's ability to carry oxygen, particularly in infants. The overall effect does nitrate have on humans, however, is a complex topic with both beneficial and harmful aspects depending on the source and dosage.