American scientists have found that phthalates contained in cosmetics, nail polish and
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The researchers studied the data of 6045 American women,who gave birth to children between 1983 and 2018. Nine percent had preterm births. Metabolites of phthalates were found in their urine samples. Scientists have concluded that these substances increase the risk of preterm birth by 14-16%.
The most dangerous types of phthalates, according toresearch found in nail polish and cosmetics. Scientists advised pregnant women to choose products that do not contain phthalates and switch to natural homemade food without using plastic.