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.
Shocking Findings: Scientists Discover 200 Potential Cancer-Causing Chemicals in Everyday Food Packaging
A study has pinpointed almost 200 possible carcinogens linked to breast cancer in materials used for food packaging, such as plastics and paper. This discovery reveals significant exposure even with current regulations in place,
Chemicals linked to breast cancer leach into our foods, study finds
Nearly 200 chemicals connected to breast cancer are used in the making of food packaging and plastic tableware, and dozens of those carcinogens can migrate into the human body, a new study found.
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 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 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,
‘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.
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.
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.
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