Summary
Researchers at McGill University discovered traces of pesticides and other chemical contaminants in human breast milk. The study analyzed samples from Canada and South Africa, finding low concentrations of these chemicals. Despite the findings, experts still consider breast milk as the best nutrition for infants.
Key Facts
- Researchers found traces of pesticides, antimicrobials, and plastic additives in breast milk samples.
- The study used samples collected from Canada and South Africa between 2018 and 2019.
- Chemicals like antimicrobial preservatives and plastic-related additives were identified.
- An herbicide called propanil and an antimicrobial called chloroxylenol were also found.
- Scientists used a method called high-resolution mass spectrometry to detect these chemicals.
- The study suggests potential links between some contaminants and altered infant growth.
- Experts emphasize that breast milk remains the ideal nutrition source for infants.
