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10/02/2018 / By Tracey Watson

Shocking study details how much BPA is found in a receipt

For some time now, consumers have been made aware of the dangers of Bisphenol A (BPA), a chemical used in many types of containers, including in baby bottles. BPA is used to harden plastics, prevent contamination of foods, and to stop cans from rusting. In recent years, several studies have confirmed that BPA affects endocrine […]

04/07/2018 / By Zoey Sky

OTC antihistamines found to slow production of sexual hormones in men

If you’re a male with an allergy and want to have biological children in the future, you might want to skip over-the-counter (OTC) antihistamines. According to a study, OTC allergy drugs may be connected to fertility problems in male patients. Antihistamines are usually given to individuals so they can manage the symptoms of allergies like conjunctivitis, hay […]

04/05/2018 / By Isabelle Z.

Estrogen-like compounds in soy-based baby formula found to cause changes in reproductive health

Parents might give their infants soy-based formula because of a lactose intolerance, milk allergies, or other feeding problems, but a new study shows this could be a case of trading one problem for another. According to research that was published in the Journal of Clinical Endocrinology and Metabolism, infants who consume soy-based formula undergo changes […]

01/23/2018 / By Isabelle Z.

Chemicals from everyday items may cause cancer, diabetes, autism, ADHD, reproductive problems – how to identify and avoid them

You probably understand the importance of organic food by now, but dangerous chemicals could still be making their way into your system through some everyday products you might not have even realized you need to worry about. Here is a look at a few of the items you might be using that could be wreaking […]

08/29/2017 / By Jhoanna Robinson

Flame retardant chemicals found to interfere with women’s fertility

A study done at the Fertility Clinic at Massachusetts General Hospital concluded that organophosphate flame retardants (PFRs), which are utilized in the manufacture of such products as upholstered furniture, gym mats, baby products, and yoga mats, negatively impacted women’s reproductive health. Flame-retardant materials are popular because manufacturers wish to accommodate consumer demand for products that burn easily. […]

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