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Struggling With Sleep? Study Says Forever Chemicals Could Be Factor Among Young Adults

The study revealed that higher levels of four specific types of PFAs, namely PFDA, PFHxS, PFOA, and PFOS could be linked to worsened sleep in young adults. (Credit: Image by Freepik)

Poor sleep is linked to a series of health issues, and experts are researching ways to improve sleep for better well-being. A recent study revealed that forever chemicals could be a factor, particularly among young adults.

The latest study published in the journal Environmental Advances suggests that out of seven types of per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAs) evaluated, higher levels of four specific types, namely PFDA, PFHxS, PFOA, and PFOS could be linked to worsened sleep in young adults.

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