Common chemicals called #phthalates, which are used in plastics, cosmetics and personal care products, may affect several different cell types in the human ovary, including cells from the ovary’s nervous system. New study published in @ebiomedicine.bsky.social 🧪 #fertility news.ki.se/phthalates-a...

Dr Rhonda Patrick explains that black plastic containers can contain chemicals like #BPA, #phthalates, and flame retardants from recycled materials. Heat, acidity, and spicy foods can increase how much of these chemicals leach into food, microplastics may still transfer even without visible damage.