Nearly 200 potentially cancer-causing chemicals discovered in food packaging
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The study underscores an alarming presence of nearly 200 potential breast carcinogens in food packaging and cookware, indicating alarming health risks globally.
Researchers found that 76 of these recognized carcinogens were actively leaching into food under realistic conditions, threatening food safety and health.
The findings revealed that 76% of the identified potential carcinogens were detected in plastic food contact items, underscoring the need for better regulations.
Chemicals like benzene, styrene, and aromatic amines were not just theoretically dangerous; they had direct evidence of causing cancerous effects in studies.
Read at Natural Health News
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