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DAILY THREATS POSED BY CHEMICALS IS UNDERESTIMATED

In late 2018 the European Union made a move to protect consumers when they heavily restricted four types of phthalates in current use in consumer products. Phthalates are plasticizers used to soften and strengthen plastics. They're found in packaging, cosmetics and food wrapping.However, they are not strongly bound to the products, so over time they leach into the air, water, soil and household dust. Joelle Ruegg, molecular toxicologist at The Institute of Environmental Medicine in Sweden, believes most are exposed to thousands of chemicals and the interactions between them may potentiate the effects. Tested in isolation, some scientists have found chemicals with little to no harmful impact. But testing has ignored the factchemicals are not used in isolation and often end up in the human body from multiple sources. Ruegg says, "If we don't take into account the many chemicals out there that have a similar effect on our hormone system, then we are underestimating risk."

Ruegg led a European study called EDC-MixRisk, which implicated chemical mixtures in damaging health and development. This study measured 41 chemicals in the blood and urine found in 2,300 pregnant women in Sweden, in an effort to find "real life" endocrine disrupting chemical mixtures. When the chemicals were tested individually, the researchers believed there were few short-term concerning effects. However, in mixture, the researchers found the chemicals affected sexual development and metabolism in animals used in the study.

The typical mixtures contain bis-phenol a (BPA), phthalates and pesticides. Each of these are regulated by different agencies and legislation, but they all eventually end up in the environment and often in the human body. Ruegg points out, "but the organism does not care if it is a pesticide or plasticizer, or if it is in food or drink. It is going to be important to address mixtures, together."

A second European initiative, the Human Bio-monitoring Initiative, measures man-made chemicals found in people to investigate potential health implications. To date, they have identified 18 priority substances, including mixtures. There are now 117 groups and agencies across the 28 countries collaborating in the hope of generating guidelines for safe levels found in the human body.

No Evidence Demonstrating Safety of Pesticides in Children

In this video excerpt of my interview with Andre Leu, author and president of the International Federation of Organic Agriculture Movements — Organics International, we discuss the impact pesticides and chemicals have on children. Leu has written and published extensively on this impact and has over 40 years of experience in organic agriculture. For decades, federal regulatory agencies have stated traces of pesticides left on food would be safe. However, the sheer volume of chemicals involved in food production contaminating everything from fruit and vegetables to meat, crackers and cereals makes this assertion extremely unlikely. According to a sampling by the FDA, 79% of fruit and 52.3% of vegetables carry pesticide residues, even the tightly restricted chemical DDT. One pesticide,endosulfan, which has been banned worldwide due to evidence it causes neurological and reproductive problems, was also found in the food samples, as reported by Environmental Health News.

While regulators and pesticide manufacturers insist these residues pose no threat, research from the EU finds otherwise. The EPA continues to be confident pesticides in food are safe and have granted requests to increase the allowable tolerance of pesticide residue allowed on food. One team of scientists from Harvard University called for further research in this area since the potential for cancer development is a serious public health challenge, and pesticide residue found in the food supply is global. A study of 325 women undergoing infertility treatment evaluated the association of pesticide intake from residue left on fruits and vegetables with the outcome of infertility treatment.Researchers found higher consumption of pesticide residue was associated with lower possibility of pregnancy and live birth after infertility treatment. Data suggested dietary pesticide exposure within a range currently accepted as typical may be associated with adverse reproductive consequences.

Chemical Absorption Happens Through Several Avenues

There are multiple ways of absorbing toxins into your system you may not have considered. Eating foods with pesticide residue is only one. BPA is used in thermal paper, the type receipts at many grocery stores are made of. BPA is an endocrine-disrupting chemical that affects development in children but may also trigger high blood pressure, heart disease and obesity in adults. Using hand sanitizer before handling a receipt may increase your absorption of BPA from the receipt. This type of absorption route bypasses liver metabolism, which may increase the health risks even further.The same study also found the combination of handling BPA receipt paper, using hand sanitizer and eating finger food led to a dramatic and rapid increased absorption.

Air quality is yet another route of absorption. The World Health Organization states 92% of the world breathe air exceeding safety limits set by WHO. Even when you can't see them or smell them, one group of air pollutants may be present — volatile organic compounds (VOCs). These compounds are used in dry cleaning fluids, metal de-greasers, paint thinners, adhesives and glue. Children and pets may absorb chemicals from household dust on the floor, while all may be ingesting 100 pieces of plastic in dust with every meal. The composition of dust is complex, and one meta-analysis found the chemicals residing in your dust may come from a variety of different sources in your home.

Water is another source of toxins, whether you're drinking bottled water that may contain micro particles of plastic or tap water. In 2015, 21 million people were drinking community water that violated health-based quality standards, according to a study in Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences.

Simple Strategies May Reduce Your Exposure. With the number of chemicals used in the manufacture and production of products used throughout your home and work, it is impossible to completely avoid all exposure. Whether intentionally or not, corporations use your home, water, air, food and body as a convenient chemical dumping ground. Until global changes happen, you may significantly limit your exposure by keeping a number of key principles in mind. Eat a diet focused on locally grown, fresh and ideally organic whole foods. Processed and packaged foods are a common source of chemicals, from the food and packaging. Wash fresh produce well, since even organically grown produce may be inadvertently exposed to pesticides. Choose pastured, sustainably raised meat and dairy. Avoid dairy products containing the genetically engineered recombinant bovine growth hormone (rBGH or rBST). Avoid conventional or farm-raised fish, often heavily contaminated with PCBs and mercury. Instead eat wild-caught Alaskan salmon, anchovies and sardines or supplement with a high-quality krill oil. Purchase products in glass bottles rather than plastic or cans, as chemicals may leach out of plastics (and plastic can linings) into the contents. Be aware products labeled "BPA-free" are typically made with bisphenol substitutes with as many health challenges.

Store your food and beverages in glass, and avoid using plastic wrap. Replace nonstick pots and pans with ceramic or glass cookware. Also avoid stain- and water-resistant clothing, furniture,carpets to avoid fluoridated chemicals (PFCs)Filter tap water for your drinking and bathing. If you are able to do only one, filtering your bathing water may be more important, as your skin readily absorbs contaminants. Most tap water toxins, including fluoride, may be filtered out using a reverse osmosis filter.

Use MOLECULAR HYDROGEN* in your drinking and bath water

Seek out products made by companies that are Earth-friendly, animal-friendly, sustainable, certified organic and GMO-free. This applies to food, personal care products, building materials, furniture, mattresses and others. Use a vacuum cleaner with a HEPA filter to remove contaminated house dust. This is one of the major routes of exposure to flame-retardant chemicals.

When buying new products such as furniture, mattresses or carpet padding, consider buying chemical-free varieties containing naturally fewer flammable materials, such as leather, wool, cotton, silk and Kevlar. Use natural cleaning products or make your own. Avoid those containing 2-butoxyethanol (EGBE) and methoxydiglycol (DEGME) — two toxic glycol ethers that may compromise your fertility and cause fetal harm.Switch over to organic toiletries, including shampoo, toothpaste, antiperspirants and cosmetics. EWG's Skin Deep database may help you find personal care products free of phthalates and other potentially dangerous chemicals. Look for fragrance-free products. One artificial fragrance may contain hundreds — even thousands — of potentially toxic chemicals. Avoid fabric softeners and dryer sheets, which contain a mishmash of synthetic chemicals and fragrances.

Prof. Guy Van Elsacker Dr.Sc. - Biomed Expert Research EPIGENETICS & NUTRACEUTICALS

* Molecular Hydrogen or H2 can be found in tablets to be added to the water. They take the overload of acidity that we get by the chemical agriculture and food production away. (See www.H2.world.world)