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Carcinogens

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Carcinogens
Substances in the environment that cause cancer, presumably by inducing mutations, with prolonged exposure.


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While it's true that meat grilled over a high flame--particularly if it's charred--can form a number of compounds that are known carcinogens, no studies have found that an occasional grilled hot dog or hamburger is a danger.
Findings published in the 1 August 2005 issue of Environmental Science & Technology suggest, in fact, that coal tar-based parking lot sealant may be a major contributor to stream loads of polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons, including many known carcinogens.
I read a few years ago that reusing plastic water bottles again and again can cause the plastic to break down and release carcinogens into your drink.
 
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