The Links Between Phthalates and Obesity

In a world where we're living surrounded by plastic containers, plastic bottles and all other manner of PVC items, we need to be mindful of the effect that phthalates could be having on our health. A common plasticiser, used to make plastic moldable, it is something that leaches into our food and then our bodies, and there are increasing links being found with relation to obesity and the endocrine system. 

Professor Dr. Mustafa Ali Mohamed shines a light on the issues surrounding phthalates.