E.D.C (Endo crine disrupting Chemicals.)

1. Course instructor: Ather Hussain Mover
Presented by:
Abu Umeer
(u.ahmed8@Yahoo.com)
Department: Environmental Engineering
9/30/2019(ABU-UMEER) (EN-528) 1
Endocrine Disrupting Chemicals
Subject: EN-528.

2. Table Contents
Introduction
How we are exposed?
Sources and effects of EDCs
Some common EDCs and their uses
Precautionary steps to minimize EDC exposures
Conclusion
References
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3. Introduction
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 Any chemical agent in the environment that can alter normal endocrine system actions
leading to deleterious effects on an organism or its progeny.
 EDCs are found in variety of products some of which include shaving creams, tooth brushes,
nail polishes, deodorant, shampoos, toys, soaps, textiles, fertilizers and plastics.
 These are also in the environment (air, soil, or water supply), food sources.

4. How we are exposed?
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 EDCs can enter the environment mainly through industrial and urban
discharges, agricultural run-off and the burning and release of waste.
 Human exposure can occur via the Intake of food, dust and water,
inhalation of gases and particles in the air, and skin contact.

5. Sources of EDCs
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6. Some common EDCs and the products in which they are found
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1) Food and Water:
 Wash fruits and vegetables before consuming them.
 Don’t use microwave plastic food containers.
 Reduce consumption of canned and processed foods.
 Use glass or stainless-steel containers when possible.
 Consider using a water filter.
 Trim fat from meat and the skin from fish.
 Use organic produce, meat, and dairy products.
 Replace older non-stick pans with newer ceramic-coated pans.
List of precautionary steps to minimize
EDC exposures;

9. 2) Exercise and Activity
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 Check air quality in your area.
 Avoid outdoor exercise when pollution levels are high.
 Avoid exercise near high traffic areas. Choose routes
away from busy roads and vehicles.

10. 3) Personal Care
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Read labels and avoid products containing phthalates.
Choose products labeled “Phthalate-Free”, “BPA-Free”,
and "Paraben-Free".
Wash your hands often, especially before preparing and
eating food.

11. 4)For Children
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 Avoid plastic toys.
 Use infant formula bottles and toys that are labeled
“BPA-Free”.

12. Conclusion
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 Endocrine disruptors or hormonally active agents have been with us for
millennia as elements of plants and cooking
 The new abundance of synthetic compounds has unleashed a wave of new
challenges to our physiology, including the endocrine system
 Not surprisingly they involve altered reproductive success, growth, and cancer
risks because of endocrine controls or inputs in these processes.
 Due care will help minimize impacts, but some increased risks are here
permanently.
 We can’t eliminate the use of EDCs-based products but we can simply reduce
their usage.

13. References
 https://www.hormone.org/hormones-and-health/endocrine-disrupting-chemicals
 https://www.niehs.nih.gov/health/topics/agents/endocrine/index.cfm
 https://www.who.int/mediacentre/news/releases/2013/hormone_disrupting_20130219/en
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 http://jphe.amegroups.com/article/view/3669/4423
 http://www.tucsonstpatrick.com/environmental-contaminants-and-endocrine-disruption/
 https://www.alpco.com/endocrine-disrupting-chemicals
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