Research

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Exposure to environmental endocrine-disrupting chemicals (EDCs) is associated with adverse neurodevelopmental outcomes in children, including lower IQ, attention deficit, hyperactivity, and behavioral problems.

Reduce exposure to EDCs during pregnancy and childhood by avoiding plastic food storage, choosing natural personal care products, and filtering drinking water to protect developing brains.

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In utero exposure to phthalates is shown to be associated with adverse cognitive and behavioral outcomes such as lower IQ, attention deficit, hyperactivity and poorer social communication in children... Other EDCs such as organophosphates, PBDEs, perfluorinated compounds, and PCBs have also been linked to adverse neurodevelopmental performance, behavioral problems and lower IQ to varying degrees.
Manoj Kumar et al. · Frontiers in Public Health · 2020

Why this rating

The paper cites multiple studies linking EDCs to neurodevelopmental issues, but notes that results can be variable and sex-specific.

Source

Environmental Endocrine-Disrupting Chemical Exposure: Role in Non-Communicable Diseases

Manoj Kumar et al. · Frontiers in Public Health · 2020

DOI 10.3389/fpubh.2020.553850

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