FDA rejects petition to limit PFAS chemicals in food

The US Food and Drug Administration has denied a petition to establish legal limits for PFAS (per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances) in food. These "forever chemicals" are linked to health risks like cancer and immune issues, and the decision means no federal restrictions will be set, allowing continued contamination of the food supply. This matters because millions of Americans are exposed through everyday foods, and the lack of regulation could prolong public health concerns.

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