The food additive Propionic Acid (PPA), a commonly used preservative in processed foods has been linked in new scientific research to harming the fetal brain and possibly leading to autism.
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Category: Neurodevelopment Problems
Pesticide Chlorpyrifos, a Neurotoxin, to be Banned in CA
In a bold decision the state of California has moved to ban the pesticide chlorpyrifos because of scientific research linking it to harm to babies’ brains. Scientific studies have shown that the pesticide is a neurotoxin that harmed brain development in fetuses and affected reading ability, IQ and led to hyperactivity in children.
Phthalate Exposure During Pregnancy Linked with Language Delays in Children
Is exposure to phthalates during pregnancy dangerous? We have posted numerous studies over the years linking phthalates to a number … More
Low Levels of BPA Adversely Affects the Prenatal Brain: Study
Disturbing results from a new study reveal that even low, so-called ‘safe’ levels of exposure to the endocrine-disrupting chemical BPA … More
Risky Infant Cereal Contains High Levels of Mercury, say Scientists
The American Chemical Society is reporting that scientists have uncovered high levels of methylmercury in some types of infant cereals. … More
Arsenic uncovered in Big Food brands of baby food
Another distressing finding during testing of the most popular Big Food brands of baby food: arsenic. . The Clean Label … More
FDA Refuses to Ban Toxic Chemicals in Food Packaging
It is not just the food additives listed on the labels that present potential health hazards for consumers–the unlisted chemicals … More
Commonly used chemicals endanger brain development: New report
In addition to mercury and lead, flame retardants, air pollutants and chemicals found in many plastics, cosmetics and food containers … More
