UK tampons exceed pesticide limits, raising health concerns

Tampons sold in the UK have been found to contain pesticide levels 40 times higher than the legal limit for drinking water, sparking health concerns. The Women's Environmental Network and Pesticide Action Network UK report revealed the presence of harmful chemicals, including glyphosate, a probable carcinogen, and Chlorpyrifos, an insecticide banned in the UK. The report highlights the vagina's high absorption rate, bypassing the body's detox systems. The study attributes the contamination to pesticide use on cotton crops and a lack of UK regulation requiring ingredient disclosure. Experts are calling for stricter testing, ingredient transparency, and inclusion of organic products in free period programs.