Found in plastics, cosmetics, and fragrances, phthalates are chemicals that make materials flexible. Their health risks include endocrine disruption, reproductive harm, and potential links to asthma or obesity. Vulnerable groups—pregnant women, infants, and adolescents—are most affected. Understanding these dangers benefits consumers, healthcare providers, and policymakers, enabling informed choices, safer product development, and stronger public health regulations.
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