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What to eat and what not to eat can seem like an all-consuming struggle. But should you also be looking at where your food is coming from? I’m not talking about its origin, either. I mean literally: the packaging that wraps your favorite dinners and drinks. Even healthy fruits and vegetables aren’t always safe. You ...click here to read more

In today’s modern world, we are used to conveniences that seem luxurious to those living in third world countries. One such convenience is the availability of food that is literally at our finger tips. Unfortunately, we may be overlooking what that is doing to our health. The high level of consumerism in the United States ...click here to read more

The world is filled with harmful germs. If we allowed them to infect us, it would surely lead to illness. While this usually means getting a cold or the flu, it is still something we would rather avoid. Thankfully, the introduction of antimicrobial products in recent years has not only promised to mitigate germ exposure, ...click here to read more

One of the most common cancers affecting men is prostate cancer. This is a gland in the male reproductive system that produces seminal fluid, which nourishes and transports sperm. Prostate cancer typically progresses slowly, which is a benefit. New research has also found a way to slow down its progression. The food we eat may ...click here to read more

Hypothyroidism risk in women may increase with exposure to flame retardant chemicals. The study has found that younger women exposed to the chemical known as polybrominated diphenyl ethers (PBDE) may be more likely to develop an underactive thyroid. PBDEs are flame retardants found in textiles, furniture, and electronics. Lead researcher Youssef Oulhote said, “What we ...click here to read more

By now you know that eating fast food isn’t the healthiest choice you can make, but a new study suggests that eating fast food can actually expose you to harmful chemicals known as phthalates. The researchers found that fast-food eaters had higher levels of phthalates in their urine – in fact, 24 to 40 percent ...click here to read more

The chemical flavoring in e-cigarettes has been linked to an increase in respiratory diseases. The chemical, diacetyl, was found in 75 percent of e-cigarette flavorings, which were tested by researchers at Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health. Other potentially harmful chemicals were also found in flavors such as cotton candy, fruity squirts and cupcake. ...click here to read more

Enjoy your toasted bagel first thing in the morning? How about your super-fluffy deli sandwich for lunch or that sloppy pizza slice “on the go?” Although they are labeled as “safe” and “healthy,” these and hundreds of foods in the United States just like them contain a potentially hazardous industrial chemical, according to a new ...click here to read more

Fish is steadily gaining popularity as a natural source of Omega 3 fatty acids, a natural supplement that can help prevent cancer and mental disease. However, new research is showing that blindly following this trend may prove detrimental to your health. Seafood–fish in particular–is becoming a staple part of the North American diet. While it ...click here to read more

When the Food Safety Modernization Act was signed into law by President Barack Obama in 2011 it put a lot of people’s minds at ease about food consumption in America. It gave many people the impression there would be fewer emergency situations associated with food. The Act however; only covers bacteria, and Americans are now ...click here to read more

Toxic ingredients found in certain anti-aging products for men are creating a pretty decent stir in the media these days. Environmental groups are issuing a word of warning to men who are looking for more youthful skin. They are saying the cost to your health could possibly be quite significant. These products aren’t just anti-aging ...click here to read more

A clean house is just a quick and easy spray or squeeze away according to advertisements. The problem is that while these products may be creating a shine, they could also be leaving something else behind…damage to your health. Environmentalists say just like you inspect a piece of fruit before you buy it, you should ...click here to read more

When it hit the market in the mid 1980’s consumers thought it was revolutionary; a soap that could kill bacteria and microbes that cause viruses. Today a great majority of hand and body soaps are labeled as antibacterial. The main ingredient in the soaps is called “tricolsan” and now scientists believe it could be dangerous. ...click here to read more

Proper intake of water is important for our health. It can help ward off health problems, flush out toxins, and aid our digestive system. However, in some cases it can be downright dangerous. According to a report in the New York Times, scientific research shows that up to 19 million Americans fall ill every year ...click here to read more