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12/07/2018 / By Isabelle Z.

New study shows that the current concentrations of PCBs in the oceans are threatening the world’s population of killer whales

Killer whales, or orcas, are one of the most widespread mammals on our planet, living in oceans from pole to pole. Part of the dolphin family, they are extremely social and smart creatures. Sadly, these enormous predators may one day be wiped off the face of the earth, however, thanks to pollution from polychlorinated biphenyls […]

11/29/2018 / By Isabelle Z.

Tamarind found to remove dangerous fluoride deposits from bones

Fluoride is everywhere these days. Perhaps you’re one of the 200 million Americans whose municipal water contains this neurotoxin, or maybe you’re worried about exposure via toothpaste. Sodium fluoride accumulates in the body and the brain, and high levels can bring about neurological damage. It might seem like there isn’t much you can do about […]

11/27/2018 / By Isabelle Z.

Supplementing with vitamin C protects you from lead toxicity

Other toxins might be deadlier, but lead remains hugely concerning to many people given its prevalence in our surroundings and the fact that no amount of it is safe for humans. Despite being banned for more than two decades, people are still coming into contact with it regularly in older products and buildings. It was […]

11/09/2018 / By Isabelle Z.

Our children are being exposed to 10,000 chemicals through the food they eat

If you’ve ever taken the time to look over the ingredients label on food products, there’s a good chance you’ve found some words you aren’t familiar with. While many people look out for the bad ingredients that grab a lot of headlines, like high-fructose corn syrup and nitrates, there are a lot of others that […]

11/06/2018 / By Isabelle Z.

Vast array of breakfast cereals contain worrying levels of glyphosate

Would you like some weed killer with your breakfast? No one in their right mind would answer this question affirmatively, yet if you happen to eat one of 26 popular cereals, that’s exactly how you’ve been starting out your mornings. A new report released by the Environmental Working Group (EWG) shows that 26 out of […]

10/31/2018 / By Isabelle Z.

Even low levels of heavy metals exposure can raise your risk of cancer and multiple organ damage

Heavy metals are all around us. You might not see them, but they are widely distributed throughout the environment thanks to their many agricultural, technological, medical, and industrial applications. You might think that if you don’t come into direct contact with these metals, your risk must be minimal, but studies show that even low levels […]

10/17/2018 / By Isabelle Z.

Discover the hidden truth about your dental fillings

Most of us think that our mouth can’t get us into trouble as long as we choose our words carefully, but that isn’t the case if you happen to have dental fillings. In fact, if you’re unlucky enough to have mercury amalgams, you could have a ticking time bomb in your mouth. That’s because mercury […]

10/10/2018 / By Isabelle Z.

Swimming with sunscreen damages the environment AND wildlife: Study

Most people slather on sunscreen before they go swimming without giving it a second thought. They believe they’re doing something good for their body by protecting it from the sun; perhaps they haven’t gotten the message that the sun isn’t quite as bad for them as it’s made out to be. Whether you believe you […]

10/01/2018 / By Isabelle Z.

New research finds that the air in national parks is just as toxic as the air in cities

When people are looking to get away from the bustle of city life, they often head to one of our country’s stunning national parks for some fresh air, soothing scenery, and open spaces. There’s no doubt that it can be invigorating to get away from the city and its endless concrete to spend more time […]

09/22/2018 / By Isabelle Z.

Evidence proves the EPA downplayed the toxic threat of PFAs

When we find out that something we once believed was safe is actually toxic, we’d like to think that the makers of these products didn’t know it was dangerous and withdrew it as soon as they found out. That’s what would happen in an ideal world. However, not only did the makers of products containing […]

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