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polybrominated diphenyl ethers
Common chemicals can alter thyroid hormone levels during pregnancy--study
Tue, 22/06/2010 - 12:35 by Neka Sehgal
 Exposure to flame-retardant chemicals, called PBDEs, or polybrominated diphenyl ethers, commonly found in house-hold items like carpets, textiles, foam furnishings, electronics and plastics may alter thyroid hormone levels in pregnant women, finds a new study. |
High blood PBDE levels harm female fertility; doubles conception time
Wed, 27/01/2010 - 17:34 by Jamie Anderson
 Berkeley, CA., January 27 -- Prolonged exposure to polybrominated diphenyl ethers or PBDE, a chemical found in common household objects can dampen female fertility making them take twice as long to conceive, warn results of an American study. |