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why is microwaved popcorn bad for pregnant women? please also talk about the effects it has on prenatal development.​

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When exposed to high temperatures, fluorotelomers break down into PFOA(Perfluorooctanoic acid), a compound transmitted directly to the fetus which has been linked to developmental problems, as well as cancer, liver disease, and thyroid disease

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