Researchers report today that
organochlorine chemicals — specifically DDT and polychlorinated biphenyls (PCBs)-- may affect how testicles mature and function.
Most of the available studies suggest that the prenatal nervous system is more vulnerable to the harmful effects of
organochlorine chemicals than the early postnatal nervous system.
However, some recent studies support the hypothesis that an additional effect of postnatal exposure through breastfeeding is likely.20 We have observed in the infants of this population that those who breastfed increased their concentrations of
organochlorine chemicals during the first weeks of life (N. Ribas - Fitó, submitted for publication).
Not exact matches
Lead, mercury, toluene, perchlorate, bisphenol A, flame retardants, perfluorinated compounds,
organochlorine pesticides and phthalates are among the
chemicals, according to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention's nationwide testing program.
Forty percent of all pesticides used worldwide are from the
organochlorine class of
chemicals, including the now - banned pesticide DDT, made infamous in Rachel Carson's seminal work Silent Spring.
Pollutants such as petrochemicals,
organochlorines, pesticides, and
chemical food additives negatively affect thyroid function.
Sugar cane is grown with
chemicals such as
organochlorines.
Natural flea control products are generally the safest to choose to keep your cat safe from the toxic effects of
organochlorines and other dangerous
chemicals.
Although not much is known about its toxicity, «The
chemical's structure is similar to that of
organochlorine pesticides such as heptachlor, chlordane, aldrin, and mirex, all of which have been either banned or restricted in the U.S.»:: ES&T;, see also earlier ES&T;