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
6 Reasons to Use Organic Makeup
Source: 6 Reasons to Use Organic Makeup by Dr. Edward Group Makeup is an essential beauty item used by women all over the world, and many females are in no hurry to ditch this daily necessity. While choosing to wear makeup may help enhance one’s personal appearance and self esteem, it also exposes the wearer to … Continue reading 6 Reasons to Use Organic Makeup
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
6 Crazy Facts about the Toxins in Makeup
Source: 6 Crazy Facts about the Toxins in Makeup by Dr. Edward Group Just about all of us use some type of personal care product, but did you know that many of these items contain a slew of toxic compounds? Sometimes using a product simply to improve your appearance can do more harm than good. That’s … Continue reading 6 Crazy Facts about the Toxins in Makeup
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?
Soap Nuts: The Benefits of Using All-Natural Laundry Detergent
Source: Soap Nuts: The Benefits of Using All-Natural Laundry Detergent by Dr. Edward Group Creating a clean, green environment in your home is a process that requires a multi-tiered approach. Stocking it with organic food and installing air and water purification devices are effective but it’s also important to consider how you maintain your home. Ironically, … Continue reading Soap Nuts: The Benefits of Using All-Natural Laundry Detergent
5 Natural and Homemade Air Fresheners
Source: 5 Natural and Homemade Air Fresheners by Dr. Edward Group Many of us enjoy fresh and pleasant scents at home but have concerns about using certain commercially available “air fresheners.” Some of these products are known to contain toxins such as phthalates and VOCs like benzene and formaldehyde [1], not what most of us have … Continue reading 5 Natural and Homemade Air Fresheners
The Most Common Hazardous Household Chemicals
Source: The Most Common Hazardous Household Chemicals by Dr. Edward Group Did you know that every day in your home you come in contact with toxic and hazardous chemicals? If you don’t pay attention and make a concerted effort, it’s almost impossible to avoid this stuff. Let’s look at the most common household chemicals, and what … Continue reading The Most Common Hazardous Household Chemicals
12 Shocking Facts About the Dangers of Psychiatric Drugs
Source: 12 Shocking Facts About the Dangers of Psychiatric Drugs by Dr. Edward Group Every day, doctors and psychiatrists dole out behavior-modifying medicines for a variety of psychiatric disorders. The disorders range from depression and ADHD (attention deficit hyperactive disorder) to bipolar and anxiety disorders. The sordid story behind how these medications work, how they come … Continue reading 12 Shocking Facts About the Dangers of Psychiatric Drugs
Dr. Eddy Bettermann MD 