Abstract
AbstractEndocrine disruptor compounds are the chemicals that interfere with the normal function of the endocrine system by mimicking the natural hormones, thus having adverse effect on human health. Several studies across the world showed adverse effect of endocrine disruptor compounds on human and environmental health. Researchers from India also identified several endocrine disruptor compounds in consumer products available in the market and attempted to show the direct effect of endocrine disruptor compounds on environmental health through their animal model experiments. Alike hormones endocrine disruptor compounds even at a very low concentration have impact on functioning of the body. A combination of several endocrine disruptor compounds persists in body due to prolonged environmental exposure. Therefore, extensive usage of endocrine disruptor compounds in consumer products has increased threat to global population. Furthermore, this chapter aimed to shed more light on impact of endocrine disruptor compounds on human and environmental health.KeywordsEndocrine disruptor compounds (EDCs)ToxicologyHormonesPesticidesHuman diseases
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