A popular skincare product is part of nationwide FDA recall.
First Aid Beauty has issued a recall for more than 2,700 jars of Ultra Repair Cream. It's sold across the country on the First Aid Beauty site and major retailers like Target, Ulta, Sephora and Amazon. Recall Details: First Aid Beauty Ultra Repair Cream Issue: Potential contamination with harmful bacteria.…
Here’s When (and Why) You Should Opt for Organic Groceries
The popularity of organic foods continues to grow. In 2017, “80 percent of Americans had organic products at home.” But have you always wondered why so many people swear by organic only foods? The desire to avoid chemicals and additives that might…
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The Top 5 Natural Easter Egg Dying Kits for 2018
Hippity hoppity Easter's on its way! We’re just two weeks away from Easter! Before you and the little ones begin dying Easter Eggs, you should know that more than a few egg dying kits typically sold in your neighborhood grocer have been…
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There’s a Good Chance the Fancy Bottled Water You Drink May Contain Microplastics
The next time you pay $3 - $4 for bottled water, overpriced tap water may not be the only thing you’re ingesting. A new study by researchers with Orb Media and Fredonia State University recently found that 93% of bottled water tested…
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Teen who created toxin-detecting molecule wants to inspire others in STEM
Today is International Women’s Day. In honor of the contributions and accomplishments of women in our society, we’d like to take this time to tell you about Keiana Cavé, and the work she’s doing to inspire more women.
E-Cig Vapor Tested Positive for Lead and Arsenic in New Study
The hits just keep on coming for vapers and companies that cater to the “healthy” alternative to smoking. The latest bombshell comes from Environmental Health Perspectives with news that “suggests that the very act of vaping might be exposing people to unsafe…
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FDA Raises death count from kratom, a natural opioid
We wrote this past November about the dangers of the natural opioid kratom, and the concerns that were being raised by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration. Kratom goes by many names, including but not limited to: thang, kakuam, thom, ketom and…
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Another Dog Food Company Has Recalled Food Tainted With a Euthanasia Drug
It’s been a rough year for dog food companies. After a recall on toxic dog food in 2017, another big brand has been recalled by the FDA for food that may be harmful to your pup. Dog foods and treats created by…
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7 Hidden Indoor Toxins In Your Home Might Be Making You Sick
You remember the game, someone closes their eyes, counts to ten, and everyone else hides. It’s the job of the finder to seek out those hiding. Hide and Seek is a classic! What you don’t want to do though is play Hide…
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New test developed to detect toxins in drinking water
Could a piece a paper small enough to fit in the palm of your hand be the key to ensuring only safe drinking water is consumed? A new invention just might make this idea a reality. Contaminated water can expose large populations…
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6 Ways To Reduce Your Exposure To Toxins, Without Driving Yourself Crazy
No matter how many federal regulations are put in place, we’re never going to be fully protected by our government from harmful toxins. At some point, we’re just going to have to protect ourselves. Mind Body Green has outlined 6 ways we…
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