Study Finds Flame Retardant Chemicals May Impact Ability to Conceive
Flame Retardant Chemicals. Chemicals used on foam furniture, electronics, fabrics, carpets, plastics and other common household products to make them flame retardant may adversely affect female fertility. Researchers at the University of California, Berkeley found that women with higher blood levels of PBDEs (polybrominated … [Read more...]
California becomes first state to ban flame-retardant chemicals
Flame-Retardant Chemicals Accumulate In The Blood. California is becoming the first state in the nation to ban two forms of flame-retardant chemicals known to accumulate in the blood of mothers and nursing babies. The legislation was headed for signing by Gov. Gray Davis, but the ban doesn't take effect until January 1, … [Read more...]
