UC Berkeley study finds toxic metals, including lead, arsenic, and cadmium, in popular tampon brands.
A University of California, Berkeley study discovered toxic metals such as lead, arsenic, and cadmium in popular menstrual products, including tampons. Researchers tested 30 tampons from 14 different brands, finding varying concentrations of 16 metals based on factors like region of purchase and tampon type. The presence of toxic metals in tampons raises potential health risks, and further research is needed to determine if these concentrations could cause negative effects on users.
July 03, 2024
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