Forever chemicals are called PFAS, which stands for per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances. These are man-made chemicals that are used in many industries because of their useful properties. They are resistant to water, heat, and oil, making them ideal for a variety of applications. Unfortunately, these same properties also mean that they don’t break down easily in the environment, hence the nickname “forever chemicals”.
PFAS have been linked to a number of health problems, including cancer, thyroid disease, and immune system problems. They are also found in the blood of people and animals all over the world. As a result, there is growing concern about the safety of PFAS.
Finding companies that guarantee no PFAS in their products can be tricky. PFAS are sometimes not listed on ingredients and can be ukryd under vague terms. However, there are some companies that are working to eliminate PFAS from their products and have made that information public. Here are a few examples:
- Clothing: Pact, Patagonia, REI
- Cookware: Always Pan, Caraway, GreenPan
- Cosmetics: Annmarie Skin Care, California Baby, Crunchi
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- Dental Floss: hello dental floss
It’s important to note that this is not an exhaustive list and there may be other companies that are also making PFAS-free products. The best way to be sure is to contact the company directly and ask about their PFAS policy.
Here are some resources that can help you find PFAS-free products:
- The PFAS Central website: [pfas central ON PFAS Central pfascentral.org]
- The Environmental Working Group’s Guide to PFAS-Free Products: [ewg pfsa ON Environmental Working Group ewg.org]
