Teflon has a forever chemical and an endocrine disruptor. This type of chemicals can cause health problems. Teflon is commonly used because its a non stick pan and is easier for cooking and cleaning. | Dr Farrah MD

Haircare products are one of the most underestimated exposure sources in cancer prevention. Most people think of them as harmless because we’ve used them since childhood — but when you work in oncology, you learn quickly that what goes on your scalp matters. The scalp is highly permeable, and many hair products contain chemicals with known biological activity. A 2024 analysis in Frontiers in Public Health identified phthalates, parabens, formaldehyde-releasing preservatives, and other endocrine-