On AlterNet: endocrine disruptors

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Are Tattoos Toxic? New Research Shows Endocrine Disruptors, Metals and Carcinogens in Tattoo Ink

Brett Israel, Environmental Health News. September 16, 2011.

Research has turned up troubling findings about toxic chemicals in tattoo inks, including phthalates, metals, and hydrocarbons that are carcinogens and endocrine disruptors.

Breasts at 7 Years Old: How Chemical Hazards May Wreak Havoc on Children's Bodies

Michelle Chen, On The Issues Magazine. March 30, 2011.

Little girls are growing breasts a year after losing their first baby teeth. Are the chemicals in everyday household products to blame?

How Your Toothpaste, Soap and Make-Up Can Harm Your Health

Jill Richardson, AlterNet. August 20, 2010.

Triclosan and triclocarban are widely used in antibacterial soaps, body washes, deodorants, lip glosses, dog shampoos, shave gels and even toothpastes.

What If Being Fat Is Not Your Fault? America's Obesity Epidemic May Be Fueled by Chemicals in Everyday Products

Tara Lohan, AlterNet. October 3, 2009.

Chemicals called 'obesogens' are in our food, cars and homes, according to recent scientific studies -- and they may be making us fat.

Low Sperm Counts and Deformed Penises: The Chemical Industry Has a Hold on Your Reproductive Future

Joshua Zaffos, Colorado Springs Independent. June 26, 2008.

From car seats to condoms, nasty compounds have invaded our lives. Hormones are going haywire, and our human future is at risk.

One Great Big Plastic Hassle

Jane Akre, Conscious Choice. February 19, 2007.

Disturbing health trends indicate our passion for plastic may be threatening our reproductive survival.

'Precocious Puberty' Is on the Rise

Kim Ridley, Ode. January 6, 2007.

Hormone-mimicking chemicals found in food, water, and many consumer goods may well be the cause of why children as young as eight are showing signs of sexual development.

How Environmental Pollutants Are Causing Reproductive Problems

Molly M. Ginty, Women's eNews. December 20, 2006.

Across the U.S., female animals exposed to toxic chemicals are suffering from a flurry of health problems, from shrunken ovaries to spontaneous abortions. What does this mean for female humans?