Beauty’s Dark Secret: Toxic Chemicals in Cosmetics and Personal Care Products
‘Forever chemicals’ or PFAS, found in cosmetics and personal care products, pose environmental and health concerns due to their persistence and accumulation in bodies and…
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Scientists Discover Toxic “Forever Chemicals” in Fast-Food Packaging
For the first time, researchers from the University of Toronto, Indiana University, and the University of Notre Dame have discovered the presence of harmful PFAS…
Thought To Be Safe: Replacement PFAS Used in Food Packaging Are Actually Hazardous
A study recently published in Environmental Science & Technology Letters suggests that the per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) once considered safe for use in food…
Plastic Containers Can Contain Toxic “Forever Chemicals” – And They Are Getting Into Food
Scientists at the University of Notre Dame are expanding their list of consumer products that contain PFAS (per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances), a harmful group of…
FDA’s Acetaminophen Limit Linked With Reduced Serious Liver Injury
The federal mandate, which was announced in 2011 and implemented in 2014, limited acetaminophen to 325 milligrams per opioid-acetaminophen combination pill. Acetaminophen is toxic to…
Compound Created That Can Reverse Effects of Potentially Deadly Drugs Like Meth and Fentanyl
Their method successfully counteracted two highly addictive drugs—fentanyl and methamphetamine—in lab experiments. Drug overdoses in the United States have risen sharply in the last two…
Case Solved: The Biosynthesis of Strychnine
Researchers from Jena show how the poison nut tree forms strychnine. A team of scientists from the Max Planck Institute for Chemical Ecology in Jena…
Combining Certain Medications With Ibuprofen Can Permanently Injure Kidneys
Commonly prescribed hypertension medications may be harmful in combination with ibuprofen. People with high blood pressure are often treated with a combination of diuretics (sometimes…
Many “Eco-Friendly” Children’s Products Actually Contain Toxic PFAS Chemicals
Clothing, bedding, and furniture labeled as water- or stain-resistant are most likely to contain PFAS. With more consumers demanding products free of toxic ingredients, determining…
5 Vegetables You Should Never Eat Raw
We all know that vegetables should form part of a healthy diet. Many, such as broccoli, peppers, and carrots, are much better for you when…
Unexpectedly High Levels of Hazardous Chemicals Found in Nail Salons
First assessment of chemical exposures among nail salon technicians in Canada found unexpectedly high exposures to several chemicals used as plasticizers and flame retardants. A…
Cleaning May Not Protect You From This Cancer-Causing Chemical Inside Your Car
Masks could work for more than COVID-19 An N95 mask might protect commuters from aerosolized TDCIPP, a step commuters might consider since cleaning the car’s…
Poisoning From Lead Ammunition Is Stunting Bald Eagle Rebound
The resurgence of bald eagle populations has been hindered by lead poisoning, as detailed in a new study which found a 4% to 6% annual…
Scientists Warn That Triclosan – Found in Toothpaste and Toys – Triggers Harm to the Gut
A study has shown how triclosan, an antimicrobial agent in various consumer products, causes gut inflammation in mice. Researchers identified specific bacteria and enzymes responsible…
5 Things to Know About Triclosan
Triclosan is found in many consumer products with mixed findings regarding its safety. It benefits some products like toothpaste but is under scrutiny for possible…
800% Increase in Cannabis Poisoning in Young Children After Legalization
Ontario experienced a ninefold increase in emergency visits by children under 10 for cannabis poisonings following the legalization of cannabis edibles. Ontario saw nine times…
High Levels of Potentially Harmful PFAS Chemicals Found in Anti-Fogging Sprays and Cloths
A study led by Duke University has identified high concentrations of PFAS in commonly used anti-fogging sprays and cloths, which could pose significant health risks….
Black Widow Neurotoxin: From Spider’s Venom to Medical Applications
Phobias are often irrational by nature – especially in the case of spiders, as these creatures are usually more afraid of humans than vice-versa. But:…