People are getting more worried about PFAS, or per- and poly-fluoroalkyl substances. These chemicals stick around in the environment and end up in our food. Understanding how they get into our diet is important to keep us safe. A recent study looked at how PFAS can enter our food. It found that older types of PFAS are often found in food. Eating certain foods can al...

PFAS, or per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances, are a group of man-made chemicals that have been used in various industries since the 1940s. They are found in many products, including non-stick cookware, water-repellent clothing, and stain-resistant fabrics. Unfortunately, these chemicals can also be found in the environment and in the blood of humans, including pregna...

PFAS chemicals are everywhere. They are in our blood and can cause health problems. These chemicals are used in many products, from non-stick pans to water-repellent clothing. Over time, the types of PFAS chemicals we are exposed to have changed. Long-chain PFASs are being replaced by short-chain PFASs and other new chemistries. A recent study in Canada look...

In the Veneto Region of Italy, a study was conducted to understand the impact of PFAS exposure on calcium levels in the body. PFASs are a group of chemicals that have raised concerns due to their ability to accumulate in the environment and potentially interfere with bone metabolism, especially from an early age. However, the exact ways in which PFASs affect the body...