Beer is the latest source of hazardous PFAS, or ‘forever chemicals,’ according to worried scientists

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"As an occasional beer drinker myself, I wondered whether PFAS in water supplies was making its way into our pints,” said the study author.

“Forever chemicals,” or PFAS—the group of more than 9,000 potentially hazardous synthetic compounds linked to cancer and other health problems—have been found lurking in everything from non-stick pans and candy to butter and processed meats.

Beer is made mostly of water, malt from grains (usually barley), hops, and yeast.

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Author / Journalist: Beth Greenfield

Category: EconomyBusiness

Markets: United States

Topics: Beer Environment Editor's Picks Cancer Nutrition

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Published On: 2025-05-22 @ 16:43:15 (11 hours ago)

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