Fast food wrappers loaded with toxic, polluting chemicals

New research put out by Mind the Store and Toxic-Free Future warns that the fancy wrappers used at many fast food chains to hold burgers and fries are loaded with so-called “forever chemicals” that are both polluting and highly toxic to the body. PFAS, or polyfluoroalkyl substances, are used not only in food packaging but also in … Continue reading Fast food wrappers loaded with toxic, polluting chemicals

FDA finds cancer-inducing “forever chemicals” in common grocery foods

People looking to buy their favorite foods at grocery stores could also be getting “worrisome” chemicals on the side, according to food-test results released by the Food and Drug Administration. In the report, the regulators discovered that grocery store meats and seafood, and off-the-shelf chocolate cake contained substantial levels of per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances, or PFAS. Nearly half … Continue reading FDA finds cancer-inducing “forever chemicals” in common grocery foods

FDA reports that PFAS, or “forever chemicals,” are NOT a health concern for customers, but other public health experts aren’t convinced

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration’s main responsibility is ensuring that the food, drugs, cosmetics and other products sold in the country are safe for human health. Unfortunately, there are lots of ways they’re failing the public, especially when it comes to a group of chemicals known as PFAS. PFAS, or per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances, … Continue reading FDA reports that PFAS, or “forever chemicals,” are NOT a health concern for customers, but other public health experts aren’t convinced

PFAs, chemicals commonly found in household and everyday items, found to interfere with metabolism and body weight

A Harvard University study determined that high blood levels of obesogens – better known as perfluoroalkyl substances (PFASs), a prevalent class of persistent chemicals – were linked with increased weight gains during latter parts of diets. According to its results, women were more vulnerable to PFA-connected obesity than men. The research team came from Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health, and … Continue reading PFAs, chemicals commonly found in household and everyday items, found to interfere with metabolism and body weight

The shocking TRUTH: Where does your favorite bottled water actually come from?

An animated map generated by Business Insider has provided an overview on where the most popular bottled water brands actually came from. According to the map, Dasani Purified Water comes from a local water supply, while Nestlé’s Pure Life Purified Water takes its supply from a local well or municipal water source. Likewise, Aquafina’s Purified Water uses public … Continue reading The shocking TRUTH: Where does your favorite bottled water actually come from?