As a widely used material, plastic brings great convenience to people's lives. However, in recent years, there has been growing concern about the impact of plastics on the environment and human health, especially their potential impact on the endocrine system.
01. Toxic effect
Various chemicals are added to the production process of plastic products, which can have an impact on the human body. For example, some plasticizers and stabilizers can trigger allergic reactions and toxic effects when contacted** or inhaled.
02. Impact on men
Chemicals in plastic products, such as phthalates and bisphenol A (BPA), can interfere with the body's endocrine system. These chemicals can enter the human body through food, water, air and other routes, affecting the normal secretion of hormones, resulting in a series of symptoms of endocrine disorders. For example, phthalates can cause abnormal development of the male reproductive system, and bisphenol A may induce diseases such as breast cancer.
03. Impact on women
Due to the presence of BPA in plastics, studies have shown that very low doses can also cause precocious female puberty in animals. In addition, some data show that bisphenol A has certain embryotoxicity and teratogenicity, which can significantly increase the occurrence of ovarian cancer, prostate cancer, leukemia and other cancers in animals. For humans, the use of plastic products may directly interfere with the body's endocrine system, and even polycystic ovary syndrome in women.
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