"Forever chemicals" have been found in nearly everyone: a study has revealed alarming results
American scientists have detected so-called “forever chemicals” (PFAS) in 98.8% of the human blood samples studied.
The researchers analyzed more than 10,500 serum and blood plasma samples. It turned out that most people have not just one, but several of these substances in their bodies.
PFAS have been used for decades in the production of textiles, furniture, packaging, adhesives, and other goods. Because they are resistant to degradation, they accumulate in the environment, water, food, and the human body.
One of the most common compounds—PFHxS—was detected in 97.9% of the samples. Scientists link it to adverse effects on the liver and the immune system.
The study’s authors emphasize that the actual level of chemical exposure may be even higher, since they tested only the 13 most common types of PFAS out of more than 15,000 known compounds.
Source: ScienceAlert.
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