Endocrine disruptors are chemicals that interrupt the normal processes of natural hormones and subsequently become involved in the process of human reproduction..

Today, these chemicals are found in household and personal care products and have been shown to affect sperm function, potentially affecting fertilization.. A team of specialists from the Center for Advanced Study in Europe (in particular in Germany) and the University Department of Growth and Reproduction in Denmark published the results in the journal EMBO Messages on September 27, 2014.

Scientists note that EDCs (substances that disrupt the human endocrine system) are present in any food, medicines and household products, including plastic toys, bottles and cosmetics..

Currently, the Commission from Europe is considering a new policy regarding EDCs and their plans include strategies to control the prevalence of such chemicals..

Experts found that certain substances in household products, such as sunscreen or toothpaste, affected sperm function, potentially affecting fertility..

" Schakkebak, leader of the Danish team, " They also noted that EDCs make sperm less sensitive to prostaglandins and progesterone..

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