Is this why we’re fat?
a new source of blame for the rise in obesity in the United States and elsewhere: distressingly common chemicals found in our homes — and our drinking water.
Found in everything from makeup to microwave popcorn bags to nonstick skillets, PFAS, frequently referred to as ‘forever’ chemicals due to their surprising resilience, are present in a wide range of everyday items found in most households. Elevated levels of PFAS can make it more challenging to keep pounds off — especially after a recent weight loss, according to lead study author Dr. Philippe Grandjean at the University of Southern Denmark.
“We now focused on adults who participated in an experimental study of five different diets in regard to weight gain. Our results add to the concern that environmental pollution may be affecting our metabolism, so that we tend to gain weight.”
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