A recent study revealed that regular exposure to PFAS (per- or polyfluoroalkyl substances), or ‘forever chemicals,’ is likely to raise the risk for type 2 diabetes.
Researchers stated that these artificial chemicals may impair the body’s metabolism, causing issues with blood sugar regulation.
PFAS are utilised in a range of consumer products from nonstick cookware to food packaging to stain-proof fabric.
For the study, researchers compared blood samples from 180 individuals recently diagnosed with type 2 diabetes with 180 healthy people.
Results indicated that the risk of developing type 2 diabetes significantly increased by 31% as PFAS levels raised from low to moderate and from moderate to high..Read the full now & the viral video.
