Well here is more research to show how “gender-bending” chemicals are wreaking havoc on endocrine systems of all kinds of vertibrate animals – from fish to mammals – including humans. According to “The Independent” newspaper from the UK, a report will be published this week that details findings from many of the world’s top scientists showing that the male of many species is being “feminized” over time due to exposure to chemicals.

According to the article, “wildlife and people have been exposed to more than 100,000 new chemicals in recent years, and the European Commission has admitted that 99 per cent of them are not adequately regulated. There is not even proper safety information on 85 per cent of them.”

The article highlights a few of the chemical groups that are the worst offenders, led by phthalates, flame retardents (found in electrical goods and furniture, including mattresses), pesticides, and PCBs.

Check out the full article, and keep an eye out for the report. While you can be exposed to many of the chemicals daily through what you breathe, eat and put on your skin, you can reduce your exposure by being aware of what you buy and use in your home. And don’t forget – Garden Girl products are phthalate free!