Dental floss could be linked to toxic chemicals, study finds

Dental floss could be linked to toxic chemicals, study finds

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11th Grade - University

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The video discusses a study published in the Journal of Exposure Science and Environmental Epidemiology, which tested for PFAS in six different dental flosses. Researchers examined blood samples from 178 middle-aged women and found higher PFAS levels in those using Oral-B Glide compared to other brands. PFAS, commonly found in food packaging, cleaning products, and water, are linked to dental floss for the first time.

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What was the main focus of the study published in the Journal of Exposure Science and Environmental Epidemiology?

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How many middle-aged female participants were involved in the study?

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What specific brand of dental floss was linked to higher levels of PFAS in the study?

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What are PFAS commonly found in, according to the study?

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What is significant about this study in relation to dental floss?

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