We write here weekly, sometimes daily, about dangerous toxins. What’s the most dangerous toxin though? Well it shouldn’t surprise you to learn that some experts disagree. This week over at Gizmodo.com, four experts weighed in on which toxin is truly the most…
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Superfood Smoothie Kits recalled due to listeria contamination
A listeria contamination is the cause of a voluntary recall of Blendtopia’s Superfood Smoothie Kits totalling nearly 30,000 cases of their 7 ounce frozen smoothie. The voluntary recall includes their Detox, Glow, Energy, Immunity, and Strength branded Superfood Smoothie Kits with Best…
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Teriyaki bowls recalled due to inclusion of undisclosed peanuts
Annie Chun’s Japanese-Style Teriyaki Noodle Bowls have been recalled due to peanuts being included, but not disclosed on the packaging. This isn’t your temporary recall, and the inclusion of peanuts isn’t normally cause for alarm, but peanut allergies can be deadly for…
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Type 1 Diabetes insulin pump recalled, responsible for 2,000 injuries and 1 death
Today’s recall alert isn’t toxin or chemical related, but it is health related, and therefore important. A Class I recall, the most serious of all U. S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) recalls, has been issued for Medtronic MiniMed insulin pumps. These…
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Diabetes drug Metformin tests negative for NDMA, will not be recalled by FDA
With all of the medication recalls lately, it would have been wise for diabetic patients to wonder if their prescribed drug was next. Well the U.S. Food and Drug Administration actually released some good news this week, there are currently “no plans…
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Our water filters aren’t removing as many toxins as they should
The water coming into our homes is supposed to be filtered by our local governments prior to reaching us. Unfortunately, toxins like Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) often make it through the filtering process. This leaves the onus on Americans to purchase…
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Nopalina Flax Seed Powder and Capsules recalled over salmonella concerns
If you’re a user of Nopalina Flax Seed Powder or Nopalina Flax Seed Capsules, the latest U.S. Food and Drug Administration recall is of special importance. The FDA and Nopalina have recalled both of these products, covering nearly a dozen different lots,…
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