Antarctica was the last bastion of clean rainwater, but scientists have recently discovered that these “forever chemicals” have infiltrated there, too.
Forever chemicals, which do not occur in nature, come from several household items like cosmetics, non-stick cookware, stain repellents, and even electronics.
But despite the greater reach for these chemicals, the United States has actually seen a drastic decline in the amount of PFAS in drinking water since the research began.
According to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA), “It’s clear that PFAS in the soil, water, or air can be absorbed by plants and animals, leading to contaminated foods.