Most individuals strive to lead a healthy lifestyle. Keeping abreast of environmental issues is key in our quest to limit toxins in our day-to-day lives.
We have often heard that mercury can be found in dental fillings and some vaccines. We also know it may be present in fish, such as tuna and swordfish. It may, [...]
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Mercury: Not Only In Fish
Phthalates & Pregnancy
What are phthalates?
Phthalates are a group of chemicals that may be found in products such as: personal care products, perfumes, coating of time-release medications, gelling agents, lubricants, liquid soap, shampoos, nail polish, hair spray, cosmetics, and potentially infant lotion/powder/shampoo. These chemicals may also be found in construction material, vinyl, flooring and food packaging.
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Baby Products: Not So Gentle
Parents are always looking to choose the safest alternatives for their children. This article provides interesting insight into ingredients found in commonly used baby products:
A coalition of health, environmental and consumer groups is demanding that health products giant Johnson & Johnson remove tiny amounts of two chemicals suspected of causing cancer from its Johnson’s Baby [...]