The Effects of Phthalate Exposure on Childhood Neurological Development
Reading Time: 3 minutes Endocrine Disrupting Chemicals are a growing problem in the 21st Century world. The various chemicals involved in the processes of plastics manufacture can have dangerous effects on living creatures. These chemicals can even have genetic impacts that can cause problems for future generations. Some of the most common EDCs present in our environment today are called phthalates. Phthalates are some of the most well-researched Endocrine Disruptors because they were among the first discovered to impact Hormone Balance. What Do Phthalates Do? Phthalates are a plastic additive that is used to promote elasticity and flexibility. These chemicals are very common in...