Widespread Presence of Hormone-Disrupting Chemical Found in Europeans, Research Reveals

A hormone-disrupting chemical called Bisphenol A (BPA), commonly used in food packaging, has been found in the bodies of almost all Europeans, according to a report by the European Environment Agency. The study measured BPA levels in the urine of adult participants from 11 European countries and found that 92% had detectable levels. The share of adults exceeding recommended maximum levels ranged from 71% to 100% across the countries studied. BPA has been linked to health disorders such as breast cancer and infertility. While France has banned BPA, the EU and US have limited its use and plan to further reduce it.