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Parabens in stretch mark creams: A source of exposure in pregnant and lactating women.

Parabens are widely used as antimicrobial preservatives in personal care products (PCPs). Stretch mark cream is widely used by pregnant...

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Parabens and their effects on the endocrine system.

Preservatives (ingredients which inhibit growth of microorganisms) are used to prolong shelf life of various foods, cosmetics, and pharmaceutical products....

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The effects of phthalates in the cardiovascular and reproductive systems: A review.

Every year millions of tons of plastic are produced around the world and humans are increasingly exposed to them. This...

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The influence of phthalates and bisphenol A on the obesity development and glucose metabolism disorders.

The prevalence of obesity and type 2 diabetes mellitus epidemics presents a great health problem worldwide. Beside the changes in...

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Effects and Mechanisms of Phthalates' Action on Reproductive Processes and Reproductive Health: A Literature Review.

The production of plastic products, which requires phthalate plasticizers, has resulted in the problems for human health, especially that of...

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Volatile organic compounds in feminine hygiene products sold in the US market: A survey of products and health risks.

Feminine hygiene products (FHPs) are used on highly permeable and sensitive vaginal and vulvar tissues by many women. These products...

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Phthalates, bisphenols, parabens, and triclocarban in feminine hygiene products from the United States and their implications for human exposure.

Feminine hygiene products, a category of daily necessities, can be a source of exposure to plasticizers and antimicrobial agents in...

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Vaginal douching and racial/ethnic disparities in phthalates exposures among reproductive-aged women: National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey 2001-2004.

Background: Diethyl phthalate (DEP) and di-n-butyl phthalate (DnBP) are industrial chemicals found in consumer products that may increase risk of...

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Relationships Between Vitamin D, Gut Microbiome, and Systemic Autoimmunity.

There is increasing recognition of the role the microbiome plays in states of health and disease. Microbiome studies in systemic...

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