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Food testing reveals how diet can add to exposure to 'forever chemicals'

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Briefings

A 2026 article reports that per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), known as 'forever chemicals,' are ubiquitous in the environment due to their resistance to degradation. The study highlights how diet contributes to exposure levels, though specific dietary sources and quantitative exposure pathways remain unquantified in the provided text.

Key points

• PFAS are a vast family of chemicals used for nonstick, water-repellent, and grease-resistant properties.
• PFAS are termed 'forever chemicals' because they resist degradation and are now ubiquitous in the environment.

Context and limitations

The evidence is limited to a 2026 article; specific dietary sources, quantitative exposure data, and the study's methodology are not detailed.

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