Why 'forever chemicals' are bad for your body
Toxicological Effects and Health Impacts of Per- and Polyfluoroalkyl Substances (PFAS) in Humans
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These man-made chemicals don't break down and build up in your blood. They can mess with your hormones, weaken your immune system, hurt your liver and kidneys, and raise your cancer risk.
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Not medical advice. For informational purposes only. Always consult a healthcare professional. Terms
These man-made chemicals don't break down and build up in your blood. They can mess with your hormones, weaken your immune system, hurt your liver and kidneys, and raise your cancer risk.
Systematic Reviews & Meta-Analyses
Max 100Randomized Controlled Trials
Max 90Cohort Studies
Max 72Case-Control Studies
Max 58Cross-Sectional Studies
Max 44Case Reports & Case Series
Max 30Expert Opinion & Narrative Reviews
Max 52 / 5
Evidence Score
Based on clinical experience or non-systematic literature reviews. The lowest level of evidence as they are most susceptible to bias and personal perspective.
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Exposure to certain synthetic chemicals called PFAS has been linked in scientific studies to lower fertility rates, higher chances of developing cancer, and disruptions in hormone function in humans.
Exposure to certain industrial chemicals called PFAS, including PFOA, has been linked to higher rates of kidney and testicular cancers in human population studies, supported by evidence from animal experiments and biological mechanisms.
People exposed to PFAS chemicals tend to have higher levels of certain blood fats called cholesterol, which are known to increase the risk of heart disease.