A recent study reveals a significant increase in toxic 'forever chemicals' on EU fruits and vegetables, raising concerns over consumer health. In short:The presence of PFAS, harmful chemicals known for their persistence, has risen sharply on non-organic produce in the EU. PAN Europe's report shows a 220% increase in fruit and a 274% increase in vegetable contamination over the last decade. Key quote:"Our study reveals a deliberate, chronic and widespread exposure of European consumers to cocktails of PFAS pesticides in fruit and vegetables." Efforts to update Europe's food safety regulations are too-often weakened by the global chemical industry.

Source: Washington Post February 29, 2024 12:55 UTC