Endocrine-Disrupting Chemicals May Cause Fatty Liver
Exposure to low doses of hormone-disrupting chemicals may alter the liver genome and function, thereby increasing susceptibility to obesity.
Exposure to low doses of hormone-disrupting chemicals may alter the liver genome and function, thereby increasing susceptibility to obesity.
Gestational exposure to polychlorinated biphenyls (PCBs) may affect the brain up to 2 generations later.
Exposure to phthalates and flame retardants in the womb may contribute to autistic-like behaviors in offspring.
Women with high levels of exposure to endocrine-disrupting chemicals may experience menopause earlier than those with lower levels.
Exposure to bisphenol A during pregnancy can cause oxidative stress in the mother and child that can lead to diabetes or heart disease.
Drinking from cans lined with BPA has been linked to increases in blood pressure.
Women with highest level of phthalate exposure were more than twice as likely to report lack of sexual interest.
The endocrine-disrupting chemical polychlorinated biphenyls may enter the placenta and affect thyroid hormone action during pregnancy.
Chemicals found in many household products may reduce androgen levels in both sexes.