How do environmental pollutants affect fertility?
You have probably heard of endocrine disruptors. This is the name given to a group of chemicals that can mimic the effects of our natural hormones. Endocrine disruptors can also block hormone receptors in our cells. Therefore, when they come into contact with our organism, they can interfere with our endocrine system and affect bodily functions regulated by hormones, such as growth, development, metabolism and reproduction. However, there is no cause for alarm, as the effects are generally minimal. That being said, experts have been warning for years that the number of environmental toxicants is increasing. The European Environmental Bureau...
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