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Endocrine Disrupting Chemicals Tobacco

Meaning

Endocrine Disrupting Chemicals (EDCs) from tobacco are a complex mixture of xenobiotic compounds present in tobacco smoke and residue that interfere with the synthesis, secretion, transport, binding, action, or elimination of endogenous hormones. These chemical agents, including heavy metals and polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons, act as pseudo-hormones or hormone antagonists, fundamentally compromising the body’s intricate signaling network. The clinical consequence is a broad spectrum of hormonal dysfunctions, impacting fertility, metabolism, and immune regulation.