Which long-term systemic risk are BHA and BHT implicated in besides potential tumor development in animal tests?
Interference with the body’s hormone systems, acting as potential endocrine disruptors.
Beyond the concerns raised by animal testing linking BHA to possible tumor formation, BHA and BHT are frequently cited for their potential impact on the endocrine system. An endocrine disruptor is a chemical that possesses the ability to mimic, block, or otherwise interfere with the body's naturally occurring hormones. This interference can disrupt critical regulatory functions managed by the body's delicate hormonal balance, impacting development, reproduction, metabolism, and neurological function. While the carcinogenic risk is tied to cumulative exposure, the endocrine disruption potential represents a systemic threat to the body's core regulatory mechanisms, leading to ongoing scrutiny.
