There were 15 detections — so 23% of the total products tested had evidence of PFAS. The report builds EHN.org and Mamavation’s growing library of consumer products tested for evidence of PFAS, including products such as contact lenses, pasta and tomato sauces, sports bras, tampons, dental floss, electrolytes, butter wrappers and fast food packaging. To see an in-depth look at why and how PFAS ends up in many of these products, see our investigation, PFAS on our shelves and in our bodies. In addition, babies and infants are the most vulnerable to health impacts from PFAS and others toxics. We already know that exposure to these chemicals can cause problems in pregnant women, but the effects on babies at this young age are mostly unknown.”What other harmful compounds are in diapers?

Source: The Guardian November 01, 2023 17:22 UTC