Tag
Articles tagged “Chemicals”
Every ToxicFree Foundation article tagged with this topic, newest first.
Fancy Juice Doesn’t Cleanse the Body of ToxinsChances are you’ve had more than a few people tell you they’re “on a juice cleanse” to rid their body of toxins. Here’s a little secret though, there’s very little…
This little plant can reduce the toxins in your home by 85%Purchasing expensive electronics or isn’t the only way rid your home of harmful toxins, some house plants may have similar abilities. The “paints, carpeting, plastic toys, cleaning agents, and furniture”…
Could e-cigarettes cause INFERTILITY? Devices 'contain more toxins than polluted air'Over the past couple years, many longtime and first-time smokers have shifted away from traditional cigarettes to e-cigarettes. The belief is that e-cigarettes are safer for our health than traditional…
Dangerous chemicals found in blood samples of cabin crew raise fears about in-flight 'poisoning'We’re all aware of the dangers of flying, but there may be some additional dangers faced by the passengers and crew we aren’t aware of. A new study by German…
How To Know If Your 'Eco' Skincare Products Are Actually Toxic FreeWhat does it mean for a product to be organic, hypoallergenic, or non-toxic? When a product identifies itself as “natural”, what and who qualifies it as such? Let’s start with…
Testing detects algal toxins in Alaska marine mammalsA new study by the NOAA, and its partners on federal, state, local, and academic level has found that toxins from “harmful algae are present in Alaskan marine food webs…
Scented household products may be hazardous to our healthA new study suggests that the International Fragrance Association may not have been completely truthful with information about the dangers of the use of “fragrances”. This time though, it’s not…
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 study found dangerous levels of…
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 decide which products…
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 nature, are we…
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…
Toxic reality facing the poor, Americans of colorAs we celebrate Black History Month throughout February, this story focuses on the harsh realities African Americans and the poor face when it comes to deadly toxins. A new study…
Browse
All articles by month
Find articles by topic.
CosmeticsPersonal Care ProductsHousehold Cleaning ProductsFood AdditivesPackaging and MaterialsPharmaceuticalsGovernment RegulationToxicFree Foundation
Looking for a specific ingredient?
Search the database
Search our ratings for the ingredients in cosmetics, personal care, household cleaning products, food, and packaging.