Toxic Chemicals in Consumer Products: Data Collection and Health Implications

The chapter explores the collection and analysis of data on toxic chemicals in consumer products, highlighting the lack of federal protection and the guest's advocacy for consumer safety. It discusses the impact of endocrine-disrupting chemicals (EDCs) on health, particularly focusing on estrogen receptor activation and its connection to autoimmune diseases in women. The conversation emphasizes the challenges in testing for toxic chemicals, including PFAS, and the speaker's efforts in collaboration with brands to address these issues.