Things Worth Noting
Endocrine-disrupting chemicals (EDCs) like BPA and phthalates in plastics disrupt hormones, lowering testosterone and causing feminization in men—reduced masculinity, poor sperm quality, and fertility issues. These hormone disruptors mimic estrogen or block androgens, harming the HPG axis, steroidogenesis, and spermatogenesis. Common EDCs include DEHP, PFAS, DDT, and PCBs, entering via food, water, and skin. Effects […]
Phthalates like DEHP, DBP, and BBP are toxic chemicals added to plastics to make them flexible. They leach from food packaging, wrappers, and PVC tubing into everyday foods, especially high-fat items like dairy, processed meats, and fast food. These hormone disruptors cause endocrine disruption, reproductive issues, developmental problems in kids, obesity, and heart disease risk. […]
Testing food and drinks for contaminants like PFAS, microplastics, and other harmful substances is essential for public health and environmental protection. PFAS, known as “forever chemicals,” and microplastics, which accumulate in the food web, pose significant risks to human health, including cancers, immune system disruption, and metabolic disorders. These pollutants enter food through packaging, water, […]
Storing food oils and fats in plastic containers is common, but is it safe? Food-grade plastics like PET, HDPE, and PP are designed to minimize chemical leaching, meeting strict FDA and EU standards. However, concerns about BPA, phthalates, and other compounds migrating into oils persist, especially with heat or long storage. Oils can extract chemicals […]