Bio-Accumulation: Low Doses Matter
Bioaccumulation refers to the accumulation of substances, like chemicals or heavy metals, in an organism over time, particularly when these substances are absorbed faster than they can be eliminated. Everyday exposure to these substances, even in low doses, matter! Exposure to low concentrations of common endocrine disrupting chemicals (EDCs) matter and over time can lead to chronic health problems. EDCs, also known as hormone disruptors, are chemicals that interfere with the natural hormones in our bodies and plague our modern world. We are all exposed to EDCs in our daily lives, for example EDC’s are found in some food packaging, pesticides, cleaning products, and cosmetics. Over 1,400 chemicals have been listed as potential endocrine disruptors. Decades of peer-reviewed research has shown significant associations between EDCs – even in low doses – and adverse health effects such as cancers, fertility problems, obesity and some learning disabilities. EDCs can have severe … Continue reading

















