Disregarding the rising alarm on the hazardous nature of various phthalates and their
metabolites, ruthless usage of phthalates as plasticizer in plastics and as additives in …

For decades, studies of endocrine-disrupting chemicals (EDCs) have challenged traditional
concepts in toxicology, in particular the dogma of “the dose makes the poison,” because …

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" A bold, compelling challenge to conventional thinking about obesity and its fixes, Weighing
In is one of the most important books on food politics to hit the shelves in a long time." …

Synthetic chemicals currently used in a variety of industrial and agricultural applications are
leading to widespread contamination of the environment. Even though the intended uses of …

Some phthalates are developmental and reproductive toxicants in animals. Exposure to
phthalates is considered to be potentially harmful to human health as well. Based on a …

There is increasing experimental and epidemiological evidence that fetal programming of
genetic systems is a contributing factor in the recent increase in adult obesity and other …

Objectives Organophosphates (OPs) are among the most commonly used insecticides. OPs
have been linked to cancer risk in some epidemiological studies, which have been largely …

Mexican cuisine has emerged as a paradox of globalization. Food enthusiasts throughout
the world celebrate the humble taco at the same time that Mexicans are eating fewer tortillas …

Exposure to exogenous chemicals can affect endocrine function at multiple sites and
through numerous specific modes of action, which may have far-reaching effects on human …