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Is Your Clothing Exposing You to Harmful Chemicals? - The Hidden Health Hazards in Fashion

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Explore the potential health risks associated with everyday clothing in this TEDx talk by Priyanka Ladha. Delve into the hidden dangers of polyester t-shirts, BPA-laced underwear, and water-resistant jackets, uncovering how these garments may expose wearers to harmful chemicals and microplastics. Learn about the absorption of toxins through the skin from clothing and discover ways to protect yourself from these fashion-related health hazards. Gain insights from Ladha, a fashion tech entrepreneur and Stanford student, as she shares her perspective on making fashion more sustainable from both manufacturing and technological standpoints. Note that while textile pollution is a recognized concern, some claims and figures in this talk have not been independently verified and may not accurately represent current research findings.

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Is your T-shirt poisoning your skin? | Priyanka Ladha | TEDxCSTU


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