Scientists explained why pregnant women should not dye their hair 04:20

Frequent use of personal care products and hair dyes by pregnant and breastfeeding women leads to increased levels of toxic “forever chemicals” in their blood and breast milk, posing a serious threat to the health of developing children. writes about this Guard He quotes Brown University researcher Amber Hall.

The new study helps bring together previous studies that found alarming levels of PFAS (a group of synthetic organofluorine compounds containing large numbers of fluoride atoms) in personal care products, umbilical cord blood and breast milk, he said.

These compounds are also called “forever chemicals” because they do not break down naturally. Moreover, they are associated with cancer, kidney disease, liver disease, as well as immune disorders and birth defects.

The research also found significant health risks for developing children. The expert noted that “alarming” results were obtained after analyzing data obtained from approximately 2 thousand women.

“(PFAS – socialbites.ca) not only gets into the blood and breast milk, but it also gets there in large enough quantities that we can associate that with more frequent administration,” Hall said.

Thus, PFAS concentrations in plasma and breast milk were 14% and 17% higher, respectively, in women who used cosmetics daily during the first and third trimesters of pregnancy. Those who dyed their hair at least twice during pregnancy had 36% higher levels of the dangerous PFAS compound than those who did not.

It is believed that botox, as well as the use of cosmetics, should not be used during pregnancy. However, there are some exceptions where the use of botulinum toxin may be justified for medical purposes, especially neurological problems. said Chief physician of the Facial Clinic Elena Shchelokova. The expert emphasized that the decision was made taking into account the benefits for both the mother and the child.

Previously listed Dangers of consuming sugary drinks during pregnancy.