Hormonal
Human exposure to endocrine-disrupting compounds (EDCs) found in aquatic environments and drinking water is linked to serious health effects including infertility, thyroid dysfunction, early puberty, endometriosis, diabetes, and obesity.
Be aware that endocrine disruptors like BPA, phthalates, and pesticides are present in water supplies globally. While immediate toxicity is low, long-term accumulation is a concern. Reducing exposure to plastics and processed foods may help minimize intake of these compounds.
Several studies correlate human exposure to high concentrations of EDCs with serious effects such as infertility, thyroid dysfunction, early puberty, endometriosis, diabetes, and obesity.
Why this rating
The paper is a review citing multiple epidemiological and animal studies, but explicitly states the human health links are 'highly debated' and 'weak to modest'.
Source
Endocrine-Disrupting Compounds: An Overview on Their Occurrence in the Aquatic Environment and Human Exposure
Concetta Pironti et al. · Water · 2021
DOI 10.3390/w13101347
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