PFAS, also known as "forever chemicals" are causing kidney damage and other gut health issues, according to a recent study. Read on to know more.

PFAS are often called “forever chemicals” because once they accumulate in the environment or the human body, they take a very long time to break down.

New research has revealed that the connection between per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances, or PFAS, and kidney damage may be tied to dysregulation of the gut microbiome, which is made up of bacteria and other microorganisms that live in the digestive tract.

PFAS are chemicals that are created and used in a variety of items, including furniture and food packaging. They are frequently referred to as "forever chemicals" because once they collect in the environment or the human body,

A recent study from the University of Southern California found that increased exposure to PFAS chemicals, commonly known as "forever chemicals," can damage kidney function by altering the gut microbiome and increasing inflammation.