How to keep estrogenic chemicals out of our environment. What you need to know, from Cornell University. enviroestrogen
What you can do:
Learn the names of environmental estrogens.
- Nonlyphenol and octylphenol are surfactants released from detergents.
- Heavy metals found in electronics are metalloestrogens.
This includes cadmium, nickel and lead.
Read the label
- Use laundry detergents that are labeled "biodegradable."
- Use laundry detergents that use "plant-based surfactants."
Recycle and Reuse Do not throw cell phones, PDA, hard drives, or TV and computer monitors into the trash.
- Bring all electronics to your local recycling facility.
- OR go to EPA's Plug-In to eCycling website to find stores that accept electronics
For more information go to: http://envirocancer.cornell.edu/research/endocrine/videos/drain.cfm
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