Her position at Bustle allowed her to expand further as a writer for online publications, as well as for blog content for companies, all with a niche in the health and wellness, nutrition, fitness and self-care industry.. She has published three books, two of which were published by Adams Media and Simon & Schuster, and the third through Rockridge Press.
Just how bad are phthalates for humans?.A number of scientific reports show that phthalates are bad.
found that they are present in "blood, amniotic fluid, and urine" and that they are endocrine disruptors.National Institute of Environmental Health Sciences.defines endocrine disruptors as "human-made chemicals that may mimic, block, or interfere with the body’s hormones" and are "associated with a wide array of health issues.".
Clinical studies, the review study noted, show that phthalates have the potential to disrupt hormones enough to cause endometriosis, precocious puberty, asthma, and obesity.Consumer reports also noted that other studies show they can also cause diabetes, cardiovascular disease, certain cancers, neurodevelopmental disorders, and infertility.. “Food manufacturers have a responsibility to ensure that their products are free of hazardous levels of toxic plastic chemicals,” Avonna Starck, the state director of Clean Water Action, added.
“Senator Gustafson’s bill will ensure that companies are testing their products for phthalates and encourage them to take steps to protect the public from these dangerous chemicals.”.
Here's how you can reduce your exposure..Binggrae Banana Flavored Milk Drink.
is available at H Mart stores for $7.99.The main ingredients are milk, water, sugar, and a banana juice concentrate.
This sweet and creamy milk drink has a strong banana flavor upon first sip, according to Curley, but then “the creaminess and milk hits you after.”.Banana Daiquiri.