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Posted Sun Apr 6 2008: from Yale University:
Study shows why synthetic estrogens wreak havoc on reproductive system http://apocadocs.com/s.pl?1207442355
Researchers at Yale School of Medicine now have a clearer understanding of why synthetic estrogens such as those found in many widely-used plastics have a detrimental effect on a developing fetus, cause fertility problems, as well as vaginal and breast cancers.... exposure to DES and similar substances results in lasting genetic memory, known as "imprinting."
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