It's in raincoats, shower curtains, IV tubes, steering wheels, cosmetics, air fresheners ... they are everywhere. So why does it matter? Studies show that phthalates are hormone disruptors and are emasculating. Do you agree? Check out this segment from 60 minutes:
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So are phthalates really harmful? Without conclusive results either way, for now I will err on the side of caution and avoid as much as possible.
