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Study Links PFAS Chemicals to Accelerated Aging in Men

2/26/2026

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Researchers at Shanghai Jiao Tong University find PFNA and PFOSA may accelerate biological aging in men.
The analysis used data from 326 participants in the National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey (NHANES).
Higher PFNA and PFOSA levels were linked to faster epigenetic aging in men 50–64, while women showed no effect.
The study calls for stricter PFAS regulation.
It also advises limiting packaged foods and avoiding microwaving fast-food containers.

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Researchers at Shanghai Jiao Tong University find PFNA and PFOSA may accelerate biological aging in men.
The analysis used data from 326 participants in the National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey (NHANES).
Higher PFNA and PFOSA levels were linked to faster epigenetic aging in men 50–64, while women showed no effect.
The study calls for stricter PFAS regulation.
It also advises limiting packaged foods and avoiding microwaving fast-food containers.