Source: What is the Bt Toxin? by Dr. Edward Group Unfortunately, modern farming has fully embraced the use of harmful pesticides and herbicides to control unwanted critters and weeds. Synthetic chemicals have largely been responsible for accomplishing the task but the agricultural industry has more recently started a biological warfare campaign against insects with an organism … Continue reading What is the Bt Toxin?
The Health Dangers of Arsenic Toxicity
Source: The Health Dangers of Arsenic Toxicity by Dr. Edward Group Arsenic is an element that is extremely toxic to human health. Arsenic poisoning or arsenicosis occurs when someone is exposed to high levels of arsenic, typically by unknowingly ingesting it. Although uncommon, poisoning can occur by inhalation or through dermal absorption. [1] Despite this, or maybe … Continue reading The Health Dangers of Arsenic Toxicity
The Dangers of Fluoride
Source: The Dangers of Fluoride by Dr. Edward Group Fluoride is one of the most toxic substances known to man, yet based on its inclusion in virtually every brand of toothpaste, the American Dental Association believes it’s okay to use fluoride for preventative dental care. Other products, such as bottled water, infant formulas, and even vitamin … Continue reading The Dangers of Fluoride
Is Your Shower Curtain Toxic?
Source: Is Your Shower Curtain Toxic? by Dr. Edward Group Have you ever noticed how a new shower curtain smells? There is a distinctive odor in shower curtains pulled fresh from the packaging. This noxious odor is plastic softener, a potently hazardous chemical compound that may do more than soften shower curtains. Today, companies selling many … Continue reading Is Your Shower Curtain Toxic?
Toxic Metal Cleansing: The Health Dangers of Bismuth
Source: Toxic Metal Cleansing: The Health Dangers of Bismuth by Dr. Edward Group Bismuth is a naturally occurring metal used to manufacture solder, fishing anchors, shotgun pellets, and more. Many cosmetics and pharmaceuticals also contain bismuth in various forms. Bismuth subsalicylate is an active ingredient in many popular, over-the-counter upset stomach remedies. Bismuth oxychloride is used … Continue reading Toxic Metal Cleansing: The Health Dangers of Bismuth
Study: Chemicals Found in Common Plastics may be “Feminizing” to Boys
Lead researchers from a University of Rochester study presented a disturbing study that found that chemicals in many common household plastics may be altering male hormones in the brains of baby boys [1]. This represents more evidence directly linking chemicals in plastics to harmful effects in humans. Published recently in the International Journal of Andrology, … Continue reading Study: Chemicals Found in Common Plastics may be “Feminizing” to Boys
Why I’m Concerned About the Dangers of Aluminum
Source: Why I’m Concerned About the Dangers of Aluminum by Dr. Edward Group Aluminum is the most widely distributed metal on the planet and it’s used in the production of many every-day products. Cookware is made from aluminum, soda cans are aluminum, and aluminum foil is found in most kitchens. Aluminum is also in antacids, … Continue reading Why I’m Concerned About the Dangers of Aluminum
Chemical Used in Antibacterial Hand Soaps May Impair Muscle Function
Source: Chemical Used in Antibacterial Hand Soaps May Impair Muscle Function by Dr. Edward Group In recent years, our lexicon been bombarded with antibacterial products. Hand sanitizer dispensers are found all over the place, including my local YMCA. The shopping cart corral at the market usually has a canister of antibacterial wipes handy for the handle. … Continue reading Chemical Used in Antibacterial Hand Soaps May Impair Muscle Function
Do You Know These 6 Facts About Laundry Detergent?
Source: Do You Know These 6 Facts About Laundry Detergent? by Dr. Edward Group Doing the laundry is a simple, straightforward task for most people. However, have you actually thought about the chemicals contained in most laundry detergents? Most of this stuff doesn’t wash out in the rinse and can be absorbed into your body through … Continue reading Do You Know These 6 Facts About Laundry Detergent?
The Hidden Formaldehyde In Everyday Products
Source: The Hidden Formaldehyde In Everyday Products by Dr. Edward Group Producers are tricky, and their business sometimes involves tricking consumers. They trick us into buying very handy products for cleaning, deodorizing, softening, smoothing, and beautifying that often contain dangerous chemicals. If the word “formaldehyde” doesn’t remind you of an embalmed body on a cold steel table, … Continue reading The Hidden Formaldehyde In Everyday Products
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