Flame retardant exposure during pregnancy lowers IQ in children

Children exposed to flame retardant chemicals in the womb are more likely to suffer from hyperactivity and to have a low IQ at the age of five, according to a study published in the journal Environmental Health Perspectives. Persistent pollutants The study focused specifically on the class of flame retardants known as polybrominated diphenyl ethers (PBDEs). … Continue reading Flame retardant exposure during pregnancy lowers IQ in children