Plastic is bad for the environment, but did you know chemicals added to plastic can impact human health, especially children’s brains? They’re called phthalates. They’re found in hundreds of plastic products such as rubber duckies, beach balls, raincoats and food containers (including prepackaged foods in markets). They act as carriers for fragrances in products such as laundry ... Continue Reading
These Common Household Chemicals Are Messing Up Your Hormones
Common household goods, personal care products, and even food and water, are major sources of chemical exposure that can lead to an accumulation of toxins in your body. Â The amount of highly toxic chemicals with which our society is saturated is almost inconceivable. Many common household chemicals are known as endocrine disruptors, a number of which are found in plastic ... Continue Reading
Dangerous Toxins Found in Tattoo Ink
Would you knowingly inject dangerous heavy metals such as mercury, lead and arsenic into your body? Chances are that is exactly what you have done if you have a tattoo, because those substances are commonly found in the inks used for tattoos. Dangerous Heavy Metals Found in Tattoo Ink Many tattoo inks contain heavy metals that have been linked to a large number of health ... Continue Reading
Chemically Contaminated Food Ingredients Linked to High Exposure to Phthalates and BPA
his article reports that people may be exposed to Phthalates and BPA in their diets, even if their food is not prepared in plastic containers, due to high levels of chemical contamination of food ingredients. While water bottles may tout BPA-free labels and personal care products declare phthalates not among their ingredients, these assurances may not be enough. According ... Continue Reading
Children At Greater Risk Of PVC Exposure
You’ve probably given careful consideration to the food your children consume on a daily basis. But what about the other environmental influences they’re exposed to on a near 24/7 basis, such as the materials in their living space and, more specifically, your flooring? It is likely no one in your home is more familiar with your floor than young children or toddlers living ... Continue Reading