Articles — environmental chemicals

Thyroid disruptors such as Tribromophenol (TBP) are very likely contributing to your thyroid dysfunction at home. TBP, also known as 2,4,6-Tribromophenol, is primarily known for its use in the preparation of flame retardants or as a fungicide for plant protection. And although we may not realize it, we are very likely exposed to this chemical every day because TBP is also used as a wood preservative in pallets used by food and medicine companies. Indeed, if you have ever noticed a musty odor coming from your over-the-counter medicine bottles or food packaging products that you have purchased over a month...