Phthalates are everywhere. They can be found in plastic food containers, coatings, printing inks, household products, packaged foods, and personal-care products. Phthalates act as binding agents and make plastics softer and more flexible. New studies on the dangerous impacts of phthalates on our health seem to come out every week. Given their hormone- or endocrine-disrupting … Continue reading 97% of tested mac and cheese products found to contain chemicals used in plastics, rubber, coatings, adhesives, sealants and printing inks
Chemicals in shampoo and toys may interfere with the mental development of young girls, according to researchers
Scientists from Columbia University’s Mailman School of Public Health have suggested that chemicals in shampoos and toys may seriously damage the mental development of young girls. In their study, which will be published in the September edition of Environment International, the researchers identified phthalates as the endocrine-disrupting chemicals. Young girls who had phthalates in their blood had … Continue reading Chemicals in shampoo and toys may interfere with the mental development of young girls, according to researchers
Could Your Smart Tablet Be Damaging to Your Health?
Source: Could Your Smart Tablet Be Damaging to Your Health? by Dr. Edward Group Smart tablets, phones, and personal computers are all the rage in today’s technology-driven society, and it doesn’t look like the trend will ever cease. These devices have made life easier than ever before by acting as a singular storage unit for contacts, … Continue reading Could Your Smart Tablet Be Damaging to Your Health?
5 Reasons Phthalates Should Be Banned Immediately
Source: 5 Reasons Phthalates Should Be Banned Immediately by Dr. Edward Group Not that long ago, I talked about 12 ways toxins are sneaking into your life, and while all toxins are bad news, there’s one group that should be banned immediately. I’m talking about phthalates; these are a class of chemicals used to make plastic … Continue reading 5 Reasons Phthalates Should Be Banned Immediately
Dr. Eddy Bettermann MD 