December 1st, 2021
A new study has raised more concerns about the potential harm of phthalates, a family of manmade chemicals found in many beauty and personal care products. So what are phthalates, and how can they be avoided?
October 12th, 2020
Nothing is safe—or sacred—anymore, not even the ubiquitous rubber ducky. In fact, good ole rubber ducky could be the poster child of one of the most disturbing dangers in kids toys—soft flexible plastic, riddled with hormone-disrupting phthalates.
September 26th, 2018
Mesothelioma Awareness Day, which takes place every year on September 26, is an occasion to raise awareness about this disease and its link to asbestos exposure. Learn more about it – and other chemicals that can harm your health – in this guide.
December 4th, 2016
The average adult uses nine personal care products a day. That’s a lot of sudsing, swiping and spritzing! To avoid exposure to toxins, avoid skin- and hair-care items with these ingredients on labels.
December 4th, 2016
Whether the stink is from a burnt casserole, an old sponge or a dog with bathroom confusion, sometimes you just need to clear the air. Unfortunately, many of the products we use when the air is skunky can be prettyRead More…
December 4th, 2016
Americans are increasingly concerned about their diets. More than half of those polled say they are taking steps to increase the healthfulness of the meals they eat, according to a 2014 survey by the International Food Information Council Foundation. Yet,Read More…
December 3rd, 2016
By now, most of us are aware that toxins can lurk almost anywhere – in the air we breathe, on the food we eat, the clothes we wear and the products we come into contact with every day. This week,Read More…
