The chemicals are called EDCs, and they are likely already in your home. Here’s what researchers know about their potential health impacts and what to do about them.
A class of chemicals –– likely in products all over many homes in the United States –– could be impacting your hormone health. The question is how worried should people be about these endocrine-disrupting chemicals , such as phthalates, BPA or bisphenol A, and brominated flame retardants? The scientific literature around EDCs is still growing, but associations have been suggested between exposure and health problems including brain development, fertility and puberty, said Dr.
Some studies say yes, EDC exposure is a significant risk factor for poorer health outcomes, while other reports contradict that. “We’re in a position where it’s like, ‘is it better to be safe than sorry?’” he added.
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