Health Effects of Perinatal Exposure to Endocrine Disrupting Chemicals: State of the Science
Author:
Nicole Acevedo
Date Published:
12/2014
Description:
here is mounting evidence that exposure to endocrine disrupting chemicals (EDCs), especially during critical windows of fetal development, may have adverse health effects in adults. Bisphenol A (BPA) is a synthetic estrogen that is widely used in the production of polycarbonate (hard) plastics, linings of food and beverage cans, and thermal receipt paper. Exposure to BPA is widespread in humans and it has been detected in over 90% of urine samples in a study representative of the U.S. general population. Research has linked BPA exposure to accelerated puberty, reduced fertility, obesity, heart disease, and an increased risk for cancer.
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