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Yahoo
4 days ago
- Business
- Yahoo
This PFA is for you: Surprising amount of ‘forever chemicals' found in some American beers, study finds
Beer drinkers should pay attention the next time they imbibe, as they may be consuming more than just alcohol, according to a new study from the American Chemical Society. It reports that some U.S. beers contain higher than the Environmental Protection Agency's maximum safe levels of polyfluoroalkyl substances, which have come to be known as "forever chemicals" due to the fact that they don't naturally break down or pass through the body. Other recent reports have found PFAS are present in drinking water across the globe, and the study's author decided to see if those same chemicals were making their way into beer. "As an occasional beer drinker myself, I wondered whether PFAS in water supplies were making their way into our pints. I hope these findings inspire water treatment strategies and policies that help reduce the likelihood of PFAS in future pours," wrote lead researcher Jennifer Hoponick Redmon. Breweries do use water filtration and treatment systems to ensure only quality water is being used in their brews, but those systems don't typically block PFAS from entering into the system. Redmon and her team modified an EPA testing tool analyzing PFAS in drinking water and used it to test 23 U.S. beers. They selected beers from areas where water-system contamination has already been documented, as well as beers from areas with unknown water systems. According to the study's findings, some breweries in North Carolina, California, and Michigan had elevated levels of PFAS in their beers. In 95 percent of the beer tested, PFAS with perfluorooctanesulfonate and perfluorooctanoic acid — both forever chemicals — were present. Beers from outside the U.S. were also tested. One beer from Holland and two from Mexico were tested, and were found to be less likely to contain PFAS. "Our findings indicate a strong link between PFAS in drinking water and beer, with beers brewed in areas with higher PFAS in local drinking water translating to higher levels of PFAS in beer, showing that drinking water is a primary route of PFAS contamination in beer," the research team determined. Last fall, researchers from the University of Birmingham, Southern University of Science and Technology, Shenzhen, and Hainan University, Haikou, published a study that found that forever chemicals were present in water across the world. PFAS can accumulate in the bodies of living organisms and have been linked to severe health conditions. They are used in different products like pesticides, non-stick cookware, food packaging and cosmetics, and can enter wastewater through many day-to-day activities. Government regulation has banned some, while the use of others is still widespread, with their toxic effects yet to be fully investigated. They also revealed a wide range of PFAS contamination for target PFAS, beginning at 63 percent of bottled waters tested.
Perth Now
24-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Perth Now
New beer to mark Indian Ocean Brewing anniversary
A new beer will be created to mark the anniversary of a northern suburbs waterfront venue. Indian Ocean Brewing Company is celebrating its 20th anniversary in June by turning its Mindarie Marina base into a month-long celebration of all things beer, music and mateship. The venue will be decked out with branded coasters, 20-year pint glasses, bunting and limited-edition merch. Your local paper, whenever you want it. Entertainment will include live bands every weekend and the Battle of the Ex-Brewers on Friday, June 13, in which former IOBC brewers will return for a one-night-only epic beer showdown. Classic Indi brews will go head-to-head with beers from the brewers' current homes, including Whitfords Brewing Co and Mandoon Estate. The celebration will also include the debut of Indi Platinum White, a reimagined brew of IOBC White Cap, one of the first beers poured at the brewery. It will be available for a limited time throughout June and each purchase of Indi Platinum White will put punters in a draw to win an Ultimate Mindarie Day Out: a private fishing charter for six with Mindarie Charters, followed by lunch and beers at IOBC. The anniversary will also bring the return of Oaklore, a limited beer brewed with Whipper Snapper Distillery.
Wales Online
07-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Wales Online
Monkey is back - and he's married, with two children
Monkey is back - and he's married, with two children The iconic mascot first appeared on screen in 2001 At Home With Monkey PG Tips' iconic Monkey mascot is making a much-anticipated comeback, with the launch of the new reality TV-inspired ad - At Home with Monkey. Premiering on Friday, May 9, At Home with Monkey follows Monkey's new life with his wife, Mrs. M, played by Emily Atack. Monkey is now married and has two children, Earl and Chai. In a continuation of his successful media career, Monkey now has a reality show documenting the ups and downs of his daily life (sponsored by PG Tips). The ad sees the pair navigating the highs and lows of married life - the banter, the bickering and the brews. Comedian Ivo Graham now lends his voice to Monkey. Monkey said: 'That's right, I'm back! Spilling the tea on life with Alice… Mrs M, if we're being fancy. That's right, I've tied the knot! And we've flung open the doors (and the biscuit tin) to let you all in. Like all good reality shows, there are highs, lows, laughs, tears … and enough tea to rehydrate a small nation. You'll see us muddling through it all. Marriage, mayhem, and meltdowns (did I mention the kids?) 'Because married life's a bit like a teabag, you don't know how strong it is until it's in hot water. But no matter what's brewing, there's always a cup of PG to help us pause, reset, and crack on with whatever's next.' Article continues below Emily Atack said: 'It's not often you get the opportunity to work with a national treasure. Filming alongside the knitted and quick-witted Monkey has been such a joy - I absolutely loved stepping into the role of Mrs. M, and living life one tea at a time as Monkey's other half. It is both hilarious and heartwarming in equal measure! 'Alice definitely keeps Monkey on his toes, and I think many couples will relate to their dynamic. I can't wait to spill the tea on what this duo have been up to!' Elle Barker, UK and Ireland chief marketing officer at Lipton Teas and Infusions, said, 'Monkey is a legendary mascot beloved by the British public – people have missed him, so have we! His comeback is long overdue and this new campaign captures the chaos of family life and the role that tea plays in fuelling the day for British families." Article continues below Catch the PG Tips' new ad from May 9 or see a sneak peek behind the scenes on the PG Tips social channels @pgtips.
