Chemical disruptors like Bisphenol A (BPA) are another serious threat. BPA is found in plastics and receipts and is classified as a xenoestrogen, meaning it mimics estrogen and can bind to the body’s estrogen receptors. This binding can alter receptor signaling, modify gene transcription, and interfere with normal endocrine feedback. Even at low concentrations, BPA has been shown to disrupt cell differentiation, promote oxidative stress, and contribute to estrogen-dependent tumor growth. \tA uni

The Human File on Instagram: "Your receipt isn’t innocent. Most store receipts are coated with BPA/BPS — a hormone-disrupting chemical that absorbs into your skin on contact. You don’t need to swallow it. You don’t need to lick it. You just need to touch it. Warm hands, lotion, moisture — all make absorption faster. We handle them, toss them in pockets, even let kids hold them… without thinking twice. Next time they ask “Do you want your receipt?” — say email. Protect your hormones, protect your