Scientists have for years warned about the dangers of perfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) in consumer products, linking them to serious health risks such as cancer, infertility, and high cholesterol. These substances can linger in the environment for decades, known as 'forever chemicals' due to their persistence. When they enter the human body through food, water, or air, they distribute widely within tissues and organs, posing significant health threats.
Influencer Steven Smith, known for his outdoor-centric content, raised alarms over popular waterproof jackets by Arc'teryx, claiming they contained 'five different toxic PFAS chemicals' after conducting personal tests. His experiments involved a machine that recirculated distilled water over the jacket for 24 hours, revealing 21 parts per trillion (ppt) of PFBA, along with 0.65 ppt of PFOA, which should have been eliminated from clothing production since 2016.
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