New Research Raises Questions About the Safety of Everyday Staples. A growing trend of social media posts has sparked concerns that certain household staples, such as non-stick cookware and plastic water bottles, contain chemicals linked to cancer. But a closer look at the science behind these claims reveals a more complex picture. As researchers continue to study the potential health impacts of these substances, consumers are left wondering what's safe and what's not - and whether their daily habits are putting them at risk.
The science behind the viral claims that these staples expose people to chemicals linked to cancer is a bit more nuanced.
