Chemicals that may cause cancer, infertility

Consumer Reports just published a new report on plastic chemicals found in our food. They tested 67 products from the grocery store and 18 different fast food items.

Most had some BPA in them, but they found alarmingly high amounts of Phthalates in almost every product tested- even those not packaged in plastic!

Phthalates are the most common plasticizers (a chemical that makes plastic flexible and durable), and because they are used so much in food processing and packaging, these chemicals are showing up in our bodies, where they can harm our health over time.

Experts say even low levels are harmful to the body, especially since we're being exposed multiple times a day!

Phthalates are linked to:
⚠️ Reduced testosterone and estrogen levels
⚠️ A Decreased fertility and higher miscarriage rates
⚠️ An Increased risk of insulin resistance and type 2 diabetes
⚠️ Elevated blood pressure and triglyceride levels
⚠️ Obesity

What to do?
Eat fresh unpackaged food as much as possible, stop using plastic food containers and bags, and eat at home whenever you can. I like to use stainless steel and glass containers in my kitchen.

Know anyone buying these products? Please share!

https://nypost.com/2024/01/04/business/plastic-chemicals-widespread-in-packaged-products-like-cheerios-report/