Hundreds of cancer-causing chemicals are found in food packaging, new study shows
Researchers have identified nearly 200 chemicals used to make food packaging that could possibly increase the risk of breast cancer. Found in plastics and paper, some of the potential mammary carcinogens include polysterene and polyamide, which are used in styrofoam to-go containers from restaurants and black plastic spatulas.
Nearly 200 chemicals linked to breast cancer found in food packaging
Food sold in shrink wrap, on cardboard trays or in paper containers might contain any of nearly 200 chemicals linked to breast cancer, a new study warns.
Hundreds of chemicals linked to breast cancer found in food packaging, alarming new study reveals
Getting rid of these known or suspected carcinogens in our food supply is a huge opportunity for cancer prevention,” said Jane Muncke, co-author of the study.
More Than 3,000 Chemicals Enter Our Bodies Through Food Packaging — Here's What You Can Do About It
There are an estimated 14,000 known chemicals in food packaging. And according to a newly published study, more than 3,600 of them could now be lurking in your body. Here's what you need to know.
‘Strong evidence’: Breast cancer linked in food packaging; scientists raise alarm
A study reveals nearly 200 chemicals linked to breast cancer in food packaging and plastic tableware. Researchers urge removing these harmful substances to protect health, as 76 have been found in people.
Hazardous chemicals in food packaging can also be found in people
Chemicals used in food packaging and linked with health problems have been detected in the human body. The chemicals can move from packaging into food.
Nearly 200 potentially cancer-causing chemicals discovered in food packaging
Despite regulations aimed at keeping harmful substances out of our food supply, researchers in Switzerland have found nearly 200 potential breast carcinogens are present in food packaging, processing equipment,
Almost 200 Chemicals Linked to Breast Cancer Are Found in Food Packaging
Food sold in shrink wrap, on cardboard trays or in paper containers might contain any of nearly 200 chemicals linked to breast cancer, a new study warns. Commonly used food packaging materials contain 189 chemicals that can potentially cause breast cancer,
Nearly 200 Cancer-Causing Chemicals May Leak Into US Consumers' Food
Materials used to package and process food contain chemicals that may cause breast cancer, despite regulations, a study has found.
Nearly 200 chemicals linked to breast cancer could be exposed to people’s food: Study
Researchers said the study is a good jumping off point to improve the world’s understanding of what outside factors cause breast cancer and how to better prevent exposure.
Report finds almost 200 cancer-causing chemicals in everyday food packaging
A concerning new study has found almost 200 breast carcinogens in food packaging, processing equipment, and cookware. With new studies and information constantly coming out, it’s only natural that the information we previously thought of as fact is disproven.
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