Xenoestrogens are a subcategory of endocrine-disrupting chemicals (EDCs) that mimic the hormone estrogen. Unlike the estrogen your body produces naturally, these "foreign" estrogens come from the environment and the food supply. While some are natural (phytoestrogens), others are synthetic and can accumulate in your body over time, potentially leading to hormonal imbalances or "estrogen dominance".
Crops like apples, strawberries, and spinach are more likely to have higher residue levels. Xenoestrogens: Why should you avoid them? - Acupuncture Xenoestrogens Foods
Xenoestrogens are lipophilic, meaning they dissolve in fat. They accumulate in the fatty tissues of animals and are passed to humans who consume non-organic meat, butter, milk, and cheese. Crops like apples, strawberries, and spinach are more
In some regions, animals are injected with growth hormones (like rbST) to increase weight and milk production. They accumulate in the fatty tissues of animals