The US Food and Drug Administration confirmed that PFAS chemicals have made their way into the US food supply. On Monday, the FDA publicly acknowledged the initial findings of the agency’s investigation into how the “forever chemicals” have been detected in the foods we eat. PFAS is a family of nearly 5 000 synthetic chemicals […]
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FDA tests highlight rising concerns about potentially harmful chemicals in food
Government tests have found high levels of potentially harmful chemicals used in nonstick surfaces and firefighting foams in foods that are produced near contaminated sites, according to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration. The latest research, presented at a conference in Helsinki and circulated among advocacy groups, highlights the growing concerns by the government and […]