In 1977, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) issued guidelines that effectively excluded women of childbearing potential from early-phase clinical trials. The rationale behind this decision was to protect potential pregnancies and unborn children from the potentially harmful effects of experimental drugs. However, this well-intentioned policy had far-reaching consequences for women's health research.

Laundry detergent is an essential household item that we use frequently to keep our clothes clean and fresh. However, many popular laundry detergent brands contain ingredients that are known or suspected hormone disruptors, which can have serious consequences for our health[1].

Some popular brands that contain hormone-disrupting chemicals include: