Men, beware! Chemicals in everyday plastic can cause chronic diseases like type-2 diabetes, hypertension
Scientists from the University of Adelaide and the South Australian Health and Medical Research Institute tested more than 1,500 men for the presence of potentially chemicals known as phthalates, which have been linked to cardiovascular disease, high blood pressure and type-2 diabetes.
Jul 13, 2017, 12:05 PM IST
Pregnant or breastfeeding? Exposure to plastic chemical raises your child's risk for asthma
The chemical, called phthalates, can enter our bodies through the skin, foodstuffs or respiration.
May 05, 2017, 14:20 PM IST
