FERN: fertility education rooted in nutrition on Instagram: "You probably do not think twice about receipts. But thermal receipt paper often contains BPA or BPS, which are phthalate-like endocrine disruptors. These compounds can absorb directly through the skin, especially with repeated handling, sweaty hands, or hand sanitizer use. Once absorbed, they can interfere with thyroid signaling, estrogen balance, and fetal development. During pregnancy, even small daily exposures add up. That is why I

The Human File on Instagram: "Your receipt isn’t innocent. Most store receipts are coated with BPA/BPS — a hormone-disrupting chemical that absorbs into your skin on contact. You don’t need to swallow it. You don’t need to lick it. You just need to touch it. Warm hands, lotion, moisture — all make absorption faster. We handle them, toss them in pockets, even let kids hold them… without thinking twice. Next time they ask “Do you want your receipt?” — say email. Protect your hormones, protect your