1. Phthalates cause problems with boys' genitalia. ( Washington Toxics Coalition: "small or otherwise abnormal testes, hypospadias (abnormal urinary openings), and undescended testes.")
2. Phthalates have been linked to asthma.
3. Phthalates have been linked to changes in thyroid hormones. A thyroid is responsible for regulating hormones and metabolism, and if there are issues it may cause damage, especially during pregnancy.
All of these effects are serious and could be life-altering (particularly while pregnant.)
