#OatFibre

A new peer-reviewed study suggests that soluble fibre from oats may assist the body in expelling PFAS, the so-called forever chemicals. The finding provides a hopeful avenue for communities in Thailand and beyond concerned about persistent environmental pollutants. The study, published in Environmental Health on June 4, 2025, marks a cautious advance in reducing PFAS in humans.

PFAS are synthetic compounds used worldwide in non-stick cookware, stain-resistant fabrics, firefighting foams, food packaging, waterproof clothing, and cosmetics. Their durability makes them highly resistant to heat, oil, and water, but it also means they linger in the environment and in the human body for years. Research links PFAS exposure to cancers, fertility issues, developmental problems in children, thyroid disease, and immune system effects. In Thailand, concerns have grown as reports indicate PFAS contamination in drinking water, textiles, and household items, underscoring the need for protective public health measures.

A recent scientific breakthrough has found that a simple dietary supplement—soluble fibre from oats—may help the human body flush out toxic “forever chemicals” known as PFAS. This offers a glimmer of hope to communities in Thailand and around the world concerned about the health hazards of persistent environmental pollutants. The peer-reviewed study, published in Environmental Health on 4 June 2025, marks a significant step forward in the battle against chemicals that have long defied removal from our bodies. Read more on The Independent.