Household Products May Increase Infertility
There are many different factors which have been found to cause
fertility problems. Genetics, aging, disease and other problems commonly create difficulty in conceiving. But despite the fact that we know some of the reasons that people suffer from infertility, there are still many more reasons that we don't yet know. One of those causes could be the household products that you keep in the kitchen cabinets.
"A new UC Davis study shows that a common antibacterial chemical added to bath soaps can alter hormonal activity in rats and in human cells in the laboratory--and does so by a previously unreported mechanism." (Source)
The study took a look at a particular kind of antibacterial compound which is commonly used in cleaning products such as body soaps and detergents. What was determined was that this product caused the prostate gland of lab rats to grow enlarged. When tested on human cells, it was found that gene expression typically regulated by testosterone was affected by the compound.
The study does not yet provide conclusive evidence that anti-bacterial products containing this ingredient affect fertility. However, it suggests that they may be a cause in the rising infertility rates that have been seen and yet not explained. This serves as a reminder that, for as much as we do know these days about fertility, there is still a whole lot left that we need to figure out.
Question of the Day: Do studies like these encourage you to use organic products in your home?photo link
Posted by Kathryn on 12/11/2007 8:00:37 AM
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