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This banned toxic chemical is still putting whales at risk 30 years laterA chemical that’s been banned across the world since 1986 is still harming marine wildlife. The toxin? Polychlorinated biphenyls, also known as PCBs. A recent…
5 toxic chemicals you should avoid in baby care productsEvery day, children are exposed to as many as 27 hazardous chemicals. These chemicals are found in shampoos, lotions, and typical personal care products. To help you…
Toxic chemicals in outdoor products of leading brands, Greenpeace study findsGoing camping, fishing, and hiking are just a few of the ways humans try to “get in touch with Mother Nature”. But when we’re getting closer to…
Fish toxins at lowest levels in decadesFor years, pollutants in our oceans and the fish that inhabit have been a concern for Americans. Everything from mercury levels, to DDT, and other toxins have been at…
Reminder: Don’t eat the snow, it’s full of toxinsWhile the end of winter approaches, snowfall continues in many parts of the country. And for many children, each time they get to play in the snow, they play like it…
Honey could be making us sick due to contamination with liver-harming toxins, study suggestsBut there's no need to panic. Honey. We love it on our biscuits. We love it in our tea. Sometimes we just love to dip the tip of our fingers in the jar for a…
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