‼️Ever wonder why foods and grease don’t soak through most paper plates? 👀 It’s usually because they’re coated with PFAS (per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances)— a class of synthetic “forever chemicals” designed to repel oil and water. ‼️Here’s what the research shows: * PFAS create a grease-resistant barrier, which is why oily foods don’t leak through paper plates, wrappers, or fast-food packaging. But… * Multiple studies (including those published in “Environmental Science & Technology” and by the CDC have found that PFAS can migrate from food packaging into food ESPECIALLY when food is hot, greasy, or acidic!🙈 ❌PFAS are called “forever chemicals” because they do not break down in the environment or the human body. Major concerns?⤵️ ❌Hormone (endocrine) disruption ❌Immune system suppression (reduced vaccine response) ❌Increased cholesterol levels ❌Liver toxicity ❌Thyroid disease ❌Increased risk of certain cancers (kidney, testicular) Because these chemicals bioaccumulate, small repeated exposures — like using grease-resistant paper plates — can add up over ✅Better options? -uncoated paper products -compostable PFAS-free plates - leadfree reusable dishware especially for hot or fatty foods. ⤵️⤵️⤵️Comment below “PLATES” for the cleanest paper plate and reusable plate options I can find🎉 toxinfree toxinfree toxinfreeliving nontoxic nontoxicliving