Endocrine-Disrupting Chemicals and how to avoid them

Did you know that what your eggs are exposed to today could affect the health of your daughter’s eggs?! Listen up! This article isn’t meant to scare you, but to educate you so you can make healthy decisions for yourself and the generations come.

There are over 80,000 endocrine-disrupting chemicals (EDCs) used in manufacturing items that we come into contact with daily. They are in our personal care products, fragrances, clothing, bedding, cook- and bakeware. They contaminate our water, food, and air. And, the EPA has only banned 6 of these 80,000 chemicals in the United States! 

In addition, also very concerning is that less than 1% of chemicals registered with the EPA have undergone extensive neurotoxicity testing. And many chemicals found in consumer goods are not required to undergo this testing.

There are contaminants such as lead, arsenic, PFAS and glyphosates in our drinking water. High levels of mercury in our oceans and consequently the fish we eat. And, an array of chemicals in the most common household items. Many of these chemicals and toxins are known as endocrine-disrupting chemicals aka chemicals that negatively impact our hormones.