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Bisphenol A (BPA), a common industrial chemical, disrupts energy balance and promotes obesity. This review focuses on BPA

Area of Science:

  • Environmental Science
  • Toxicology
  • Endocrinology

Background:

  • Bisphenol A (BPA) is a high-volume industrial chemical found in plastics, resins, and food can coatings.
  • High human exposure potential makes BPA a priority for health risk assessment.
  • While known for endocrine disruption, BPA also impacts liver, pancreatic function, thyroid hormones, and energy balance.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review the specific effects of Bisphenol A (BPA) on energy balance.
  • To consolidate research on BPA's role in metabolic disruption.

Main Methods:

  • Literature review of studies investigating Bisphenol A (BPA) and its impact on metabolic processes.
  • Analysis of research focusing on endocrine disruption and energy homeostasis.
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Bisphenol Aendocrine disruptorlipid and glucose homeostasisobesogenstoxic chemical

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  • Bisphenol A (BPA) poses a significant risk to energy balance and metabolic health.
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