Study finds 200 chemicals linked to breast cancer in food packaging materials
A team of researchers has identified nearly 200 potential breast carcinogens in food packaging materials, including plastics, paper, and cardboard highlighting widespread exposure despite existing regulation.
The findings, published in `Frontiers in Toxicology` on Tuesday, underscore an urgent need for stronger preventative measures to reduce these chemicals in everyday products.
"This study is important because it shows that there is a huge opportunity for prevention of human exposure to breast cancer-causing chemicals," said Jane Muncke, Managing Director of the Food Packaging Forum and co-author of the study.
"The potential for cancer prevention by reducing hazardous chemicals in your daily life is underexplored and deserves much more attention," she added.
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