Coffee, eggs and white rice are linked to higher levels of toxic chemicals in the body, study finds
Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) are a group of man-made chemicals used in a variety of products, including nonstick cookware, carpets, and firefighting foam. PFAS are known to be persistent in the environment and can accumulate in the human body. A new study published in the journal Environmental Health Perspectives found that people who eat more coffee, eggs and white rice have higher levels of PFAS in their bodies . The authors of the study suggest that these products may be contaminated with PFAS from the environment. The study involved 2,915 adults in the United States. The researchers found that people who ate more coffee, eggs and white rice had significantly higher levels of PFAS in their blood than people who ate less of these foods. The researchers also found that people who lived in areas with high levels of PFAS in their water were more likely to have higher levels of PFAS in their bodies. This suggests that both diet and environmental exposure can contribute to i