Rocket Fuel Found in Breast Milk of Women in 18 States

A toxic component of rocket fuel has been found in breast milk of women in 18 states and store-bought milk from various locations around the country.

The chemical, perchlorate, can impede adult metabolism and cause retardation in fetuses, among other things. It leaches into groundwater from various military facilities.

Previous studies have found perchlorate in drinking water, on lettuce, and in cows milk. The new research, announced this week, suggests perchlorate is a bigger problem than thought, scientists said.

Source: LiveScience .com