One of the top-selling sports drinks, Prime, founded by YouTubers Logan Paul and Olajide William Olatunji (aka KSI), is found in two new lawsuits claiming the drinks marketed to children contain high levels of caffeine and PFA chemicals that are linked to cancer. In a viral TikTok, Dr. Zain Hasan (@doctarz) explains the recent lawsuits … Read more
We’ve seen study after study prove that microplastics are absolutely everywhere, from the air we breath to the amniotic fluid we float in before we’re born. No one figures they’re particularly good for us, but there haven’t been many (or any) studies that prove exactly what negative impacts they’re having. On the other hand, toxic … Read more
The well-known Johnson and Johnson brand, Band-Aid, as well as other bandage brands were recently found to contain chemicals linked to cancer if exposed through direct contact with open wounds. Creators online are freaking out. The Daily Mail reported this week that the chemical fluorine was found “in over two dozen different bandages that can … Read more
Ever felt like your acne treatment was doing more harm than good? You’re not alone. For years the only effective acne solutions were ones that left your skin feeling dry as a desert or looking redder than a tomato. But now everything you thought you knew about acne treatments is about to change thanks to … Read more
Climate change is not just coming – it’s already here. Scientists have been ringing the bell with increasing panic for literal decades, and since politicians are refusing to act as quickly or decisively enough to actually make a difference, they’re starting to try to figure things out on their own. And they’re trying everything but … Read more
The full health risks of wearing apparel made with PFAS, also known as “forever chemicals,” are still unknown. But states are taking action so clothing makers will remove them. Source: https://www.webmd.com/cancer/news/20230404/raincoats-undies-school-uniforms-are-your-clothes-dripping-in-forever-chemicals?src=RSS_PUBLIC
March 15, 2023 — The Environmental Protection Agency is proposing a new rule that would greatly limit the concentration of endocrine-disrupting “forever” chemicals in drinking water. The EPA on Tuesday announced the proposed National Primary Drinking Water Regulation (NPDWR) for six polyfluoroalkyl substances, more commonly known as PFAS, which are human-made chemicals used as oil and water … Read more
By Amy Norton HealthDay Reporter TUESDAY, Jan. 31, 2023 (HealthDay News) — Black and Hispanic women who work as hairdressers are exposed to an array of chemicals, including many that have not been previously identified, a small study finds. Researchers found that compared with women of color in office jobs, hair stylists had higher levels … Read more
According to a new study by the University of Toronto, a common chemical in many household products, triclosan, may be creating the superbugs responsible for antibiotic resistance. Photo Source: Pexels The research, published in Environmental Science & Technology, studied Ontario’s sewer for triclosan – an antibacterial and antifungal agent often found not only in cleaning … Read more
By Cara Murez HealthDay Reporter TUESDAY, Nov. 15, 2022 (HealthDay News) — Uterine fibroids can cause uncontrolled bleeding and infertility in women, and now a new study finds an unexpected culprit: Toxic chemicals called phthalates that are present in everything from fast-food packaging to plastic water bottles. “We detected the phthalate DEHP and its breakdown … Read more
By Sydney Murphy HealthDay Reporter HealthDay Reporter TUESDAY, Oct. 11, 2022 (HealthDay News) — Do the majority of Americans want government to make sure the products they buy are free of harmful chemicals? Yes, a new survey shows, and they are even willing to pay more to get that assurance of safety. “At a time … Read more
Pesticides. Plastics. Cosmetics. Deodorants. Cookware. Stain-resistant furniture. Computers. What do all these seemingly unrelated items have in common? At one time or another, all have been suspected of increasing the risk of breast cancer. The important point to recognize is that most researchers agree that there are no solidly proven links between these — or … Read more