Endocrine disruptors (EDs) act by disrupting the body's hormonal functions. The activity of the endocrine glands that produce the various hormones essential to our health, balance and development can be disrupted.¹ 

Because of these impacts, it is suspected that these effects may play a role in the emergence of various chronic or developmental conditions, such as hormonal dysfunctions and their implications (such as infertility, precocious puberty, obesity, thyroid problems...). In addition, congenital anomalies, hormone-influenced cancers and disturbances to the immune system could also be linked.
The compounds suspected of being endocrine disruptors are many and varied. These substances are found in all environments (water, soil, air, food). On our plates, EPs are found in industrial and processed products, which often contain preservatives, in certain materials used in cans and plastics, and in pesticide residues. They also lurk in our bathrooms (deodorants, aftershaves, nail polish, shampoos, etc.) and bedrooms (paint, plastic toys, clothes, etc.).

For further information, we recommend that you consult :

1- Santé Publique France
- Groupement des hôpitaux de l'institut catholique de Lille