Plasticizers Health Concerns
At low levels, bisphenols and phthalates can either mimic hormones or block hormones. This disrupts some of the body's vital systems.
Young children and fetuses are the most vulnerable. Exposure early in life to bisphenol A (BPA) is linked to the following health problems:
- Asthma
- Hyperactivity
- Anxiety
- Depression
- Aggression
In adults, exposure to BPA is linked to the following health problems:
- Obesity
- Type 2 diabetes
- Heart disease
- Decreased fertility
- Prostate cancer
Human prenatal and exposure early in life to phthalates is linked to these additional health problems:
- Asthma
- Allergies
- Cognitive issues
- Behavioral problems
In boys, exposure to BPA may also affect reproductive development. In adult men, exposure to BPA may result in reduced fertility.
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