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Elevated levels of PFAS 'forever chemicals' found in common foods; Citi axes 500 S'pore jobs: Singapore live news - Yahoo Singapore News

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PFAS ‘forever chemicals’ found in food and drink products such as coffee, rice and eggs. (Photo: Getty Images)

Food is considered a primary exposure route for PFAS chemicals.

New research indicates that consumption of white rice, coffee, eggs, and seafood correlates with higher levels of toxic PFAS chemicals in human plasma and breast milk.

The study, which involved samples from 3,000 pregnant women, suggests that coffee and white rice may be more contaminated than other foods.

Additionally, there is a notable association between red meat consumption and elevated levels of PFOS, a particularly harmful PFAS compound.

The study's authors emphasise the widespread presence of PFAS and the numerous ways they can infiltrate the food supply.

PFAS, a class of approximately 16,000 compounds used in various products for their water, stain, and heat resistance, are notorious for not breaking down naturally, leading to their accumulation in humans.

These "forever chemicals" have been linked to severe health issues, including cancer, birth defects, and thyroid disease.

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