Chemicals in personal care products -- phthalates -- may increase risk of diabetes in women
Friday, July 13, 2012 - 09:00
in Health & Medicine
Researchers have shown an association between increased concentrations of phthalates in the body and an increased risk of diabetes in women. Phthalates are endocrine disrupting chemicals that are commonly found in personal care products such as moisturizers, nail polishes, soaps, hair sprays and perfumes.