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.

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.

Autism Linked to PBDE Fire Retardant Chemical on Furniture, Carpets

Scientists have uncovered another link between autism/autistic behaviors and toxic chemicals common in household environments. More specifically, a recent animal study demonstrated that adult subjects exposed to PBDEs pass on these neuroendocrine-disrupting chemicals to their developing offspring. Further, the female offspring show traits relevant to autism spectrum disorders.

High Levels of Toxins Found in More Baby Food: Government Report

A new report released September 29, 2021 finds more cases of major manufacturers selling baby food with high levels of toxic heavy metals.

Way Too Much: Ultra-Processed Food Makes up Majority of Kids’ Diets

New study reveals that the majority (two-thirds) of young peoples’ calories come from chemical-laden ultra-processed food.

PFAS and Other Dangerous Chemicals Discovered in Fetal Organs

Researchers have discovered toxic industrial chemicals in the organs of fetuses conceived decades after many countries had banned the substances.

Toxic Chemicals in Baby Food Triggers State Lawsuit

The state of New Mexico is filing a lawsuit against the makers of popular baby food brands claiming their products contain toxic ingredients.

NYC Bans Pesticides in Parks Thanks to Child Advocates

Thanks to the efforts of child advocates, lawmakers voted unanimously to make New York the nation’s largest city to ban toxic pesticides from routine use by city agencies, and to push its parks to control weeds, insects and vermin with nature-based techniques of organic gardening.

Cardiometabolic Risk for Teens Exposed Early to PFAS: A NIEHS-Nominated Study

Early exposure to toxic PFAS chemicals, including PFOA found in nonstick cookware and thousands of other consumer products, can lead to cardiometabolic defects later in life.

Infant Brain Harm from Prenatal Exposure to Phthalate Chemicals

Researchers examining the effects of pregnant women exposed to toxic chemicals in their homes have substantiated evidence linking exposure to phthalates to altered cognitive outcomes in their infants.