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2 articles for “Xenoestrogens”
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Environmental estrogens: A silent enemy
Abstract: Throughout our lives we are exposed to environmental estrogens, from food, air, water, soil, and household products as well as probably through breast milk or during development in the womb. Environmental estrogens have endocrine disrupting activity. Many times natural plant compounds or synthetic chemicals may also disturb the endocrine system. These compounds are weaker than the estrogen naturally produced in the body. Many reproductive, developmental and other health problems have …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Ecology · Vol. 10, Issue 3, 2021 · pp. 22–26 Read article
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Dioxin Sources, Types, Toxicity, and Removal Technologies: A Review
Abstract: This review provides a comprehensive investigation of dioxin, an endocrine-disrupting compound, and its impacts on environment and human health. Dioxin have antagonistic effects on hormones. It is pivotal to identify the origin of dioxin exposure for the well-being of environment and human health. Hence, the sources of dioxin, its dispersion, concentrations in air, water and soil medias, and health effects are discussed in detail. Endocrine disrupting compounds are categorized into …
Published in Journal of Industrial Safety Engineering · Vol. 11, Issue 1, 2024 · pp. 11–19 Read article