Association between prenatal exposure to plastics and autism in boys
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- #BPA
- #autism
- Florey researchers found higher levels of BPA in pregnant mothers with sons who have autism.
- The study suggests a possible link between autism and exposure to plastic chemicals in the womb.
- Boys with lower levels of the enzyme aromatase and higher BPA exposure were more likely to show autism symptoms.
- Mice studies showed BPA suppresses aromatase, leading to changes consistent with autism spectrum disorder.
- BPA is widespread and difficult to avoid, entering the body through food packaging, cosmetics, and more.
- A fatty acid, 10-hydroxy-2-decenoic acid, showed potential in mitigating BPA's effects in mice.
- Experts caution that while the study is compelling, more research is needed to confirm the findings.
- BPA exposure levels in the study were higher than typical human exposure, raising questions about real-world relevance.