Everyday toxics: soft-plastic toys: A new law banned six types of phthalates, linked to breast cancer, decreased sperm counts and birth defects, in soft plastic toys in 2008. Many phthalate-containing toys are still in kids' toy boxes...Canned food, including baby formula: Resin linings in most food and drink cans contain bisphenol A, an estrogen-
mimicking chemical linked to hormone disruption, reproduction and fertility problems, birth defects and prostate cancer.
Upholstered furniture: Brominated flame retardants used in foam cushions are associated with an array of negative effects, including permanent learning and
memory impairment. A pilot study showed a link between PBDEs and hyperthyroidism in house cats.
