Exposure to harmful chemicals before birth puts unborn babies at increased risk of liver disease. This conclusion was made by scientists from the University of Southern California.
In the womb, babies are already exposed to hazardous chemicals, many of which are used to make everyday items or food. And all this increases the risk of developing liver disease, as established by American scientists. Expectant mothers regularly come into contact with objects containing these chemicals, and the chemicals are passed from their bodies to their children. This is the first study to link prenatal exposure to specific chemicals to the risk of diseases such as liver cancer and non-alcoholic fatty liver disease in children.
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As part of the study, its authors followed 1,108 mothers and their children from 2003 to 2010. Mothers first had blood or urine tests during pregnancy to determine the levels of 45 chemical components. They were then followed for several years, and when their children were between 6 and 11 years old, their blood was analyzed for levels of cytokeratin-18 and other enzymes that often correlate with liver disease. A clear association has been established between the use of many household chemicals and the levels of biomarkers in children's blood that increase the risk of serious liver problems.
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These chemicals are endocrine disruptors because they can interfere with the development of hormones in a child's body. Endocrine disruptors have been linked to the risk of cancer and other developmental disorders. Humans are constantly exposed to chemicals through food and water, as well as consumer products. For example, polyfluoroacrylic compounds can be found in any household items, especially on non-stick surfaces. (READ MORE) 
University of Southern California
Medicine
American Private research university located in Los Angeles