Parabens

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A class of preservatives commonly used to prevent the growth of bacteria and mold. Commonly used parabens include benzylparaben, butylparaben, ethylparaben, methylparaben, and propylparaben

Sources of Exposure: Personal care products, cosmetics, medication

Health Impacts: Parabens are endocrine (or hormone) disruptors, which alter important hormone mechanisms in our bodies. Parabens mimic estrogen. They can lock on to our cells’ own estrogen receptors and mess with important natural signals. They may play a role in triggering breast cancer.

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