The toxic takeaway containers: Fast food lovers are exposed to 40% higher levels of chemicals that are known to disrupt hormones and have been linked to autism

If you love tucking into burgers and pizzas it’s not just the takeaway that’s bad for you – even the packaging can damage your health.

People who eat a lot of fast food are exposed to up to 40 per cent higher levels of potentially harmful chemicals, according to new research.

The study showed that fast food lovers are at greater risk from phthalates – a group of chemicals used to soften and increase the flexibility of plastic and vinyl – often found in packaging.

Read more of the original article from DailyMail.

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