Since 2013, in the case of Veneto, the spotlight is on Pfas, compounds that at high levels can alter the hormonal balance, has grown. For this reason, the European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) has set a maximum exposure limit through food
(photo: Oscar Wong via Getty Images) Repellents both to water and to fats, Pfas, chemical compounds used for example as coatings for food containers, they can be toxic if ingested in a certain quantity and for this reason for some time under the lens of scientists. Now I'm back in the spotlight of experts thanks to the fact that the European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) has assessed the risks and set a maximum limit for human exposure to these substances, expressed with a particular parameter. Pfas (or perfluoroalkyl substances), in fact, can also be present in some foods and therefore be absorbed by our body, in which they accumulate. The technical report
together with an article with EFSA's scientific opinion are published on the body's page.
What are Pfas
Pfas are composed of chains of bonded carbon atoms with fluorine and other chemical compounds (or better functional groups). They are very resistant to fats and water, which is why they are very persistent in the environment and are used as coatings for fabrics, mats, food containers and other commonly used objects. Scientists study the effects of pfas on the health of living organisms, given that today we know that a certain level of exposure to these compounds can alter the hormonal balance essential for the growth and development of the fetus and baby. In fact, people who have been most exposed before birth have a greater risk of reproductive diseases, including fertility problems, abortion and endometriosis.
