Weight Loss May Unleash Bloodstream Toxins

Scientists have uncovered a toxic underside to weight loss: breaking down fat cells can release a flood of “pollutants” stored there. Fat stores certain toxins such as DDT and PCBs. When significant amounts of fat are broken down, these chemicals are released into the bloodstream, where they may trigger disease,…

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Weight Loss May Unleash Bloodstream Toxins

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