Cancer-causing Chemicals Leaching into Food from Packaging: Scientists

Scientists have now identified over three thousand chemicals leaching into food from the food packaging. Experts warn that some of the chemicals found were extremely dangerous and could cause cancer.

Women, Toxic PFAS Forever Chemicals and Hypertension

Middle-aged women with higher blood concentrations of toxic PFAS chemicals are at greater risk of developing high blood pressure.

Firefighters and Toxic Chemicals Study

A recent study sought to uncover which toxic chemicals firefighters are exposed to that may explain their increased risk for cancer.

FDA to Lower Lead Levels in Fruit Juice

Based on a report that has found “concerning levels of lead” in U.S. fruit juice* the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) now plans to lower the acceptable levels of lead permitted in fruit juice.

Fracking Chemicals in Public Drinking Water Harming Babies: Study

New research has documented pollution of public water supplies caused by fracking–and its negative impact on infant health.

Microplastics Uncovered in Human Lung Tissue

Microplastics from clothing, packaging and bottles discovered in human lung tissue.

DIY Nontoxic Garden Pesticide: Oranges

Oranges–or more specifically, orange peels–are a great nontoxic, DIY tool for deterring pests in your garden.

Microplastics from Food Containers Discovered in Human Blood

A new study has found microplastics in human blood for the first time. The discovery shows the particles can travel around the body and may lodge in organs. Microplastics enter the body from food and drink containers.

RECALL: Carcinogenic substance in Blood Pressure Meds

Pfizer has issued a recall for three high blood pressure medications due to elevated levels of nitrosamines which are known to be carcinogenic.

Mixture of Endocrine-Disrupting Chemicals Linked with Autism, Language Problems

Researchers have provided evidence that complex mixtures of endocrine disrupting chemicals impact children’s brain development and language acquisition and disrupt the regulation of genes linked to autism.