A new Danish study has found that people exposed to highly toxic chemicals in their diets and drinking water are more likely to develop obesity, according to the British Daily Mail. The study found that perfluorinated substances and polyfluorinated compounds may contribute to obesity. The international team of researchers focused on a common chemical, perfluorooctanoic acid, which shows the strongest links with obesity.
The researchers reported that people with the most PFOA in their blood gained about 11 pounds more than those with the lowest levels in one year.
