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5 Tips for a Christmas Free of E-wasteEvery year the holidays bring with them the newest and most popular electronic device of that year, so for many families it’s out with the old and in with the… Study Finds Toxic Chemicals in a Majority of Seasonal Holiday Décor ProductsThe holidays are a time when families love to deck the halls with boughs of holly, but with some traditional holiday decorations containing potential harmful chemicals the season may not… Top 5 Ways to Ensure Safe, Natural Toys for KidsWith the holidays rapidly approaching it’s important to remember that cosmetics, grooming products, and cleaning products aren’t the only daily use items that contain toxins. Unfortunately many children’s toys can… 10 Harmful Chemicals in CosmeticsMost of us know the best way to avoid toxic chemicals is to pay close attention to the ingredients in the cleaning products we use on a daily basis. And… 12 Household Toxins You Should Banish From Your HomeOver the last few years antibacterial soap has become all the rage, but serious concerns are now being raised over the chemicals used in some of the most popular antibacterial… The Human Experiment: Exploring the rise in reproductive problemsTherese Kerr believes the beauty products she used to coat her body in are to blame for the bout of endometriosis she suffered when she was 30. "Without a doubt,"… Are parabens and phthalates harmful in makeup and lotions?Should you worry about the chemicals in your makeup, lotion, shaving cream, soap and shampoo? The answer is a clear maybe. Why maybe? That’s because some critics suspect that chemicals… Triclosan to be Banned In CanadaThe Canadian government is set to declare the bacteria killer found in many toothpastes, mouthwashes and anti-bacterial soaps as toxic to the environment, a move which could see the use… 1,4-DioxaneThe FDA has known about 1,4-Dioxane since 1979 and has given terribly delicate tips and suggestions to makers that their merchandise should not contain greater concentrations of 1,4-Dioxane than 10… Do Personal Care Products Need a Makeover?Products most of us use on a daily basis such as lotions, cosmetics, fragrances, deodorants, and sunscreen are under more scrutiny than ever. Though it’s not the products themselves that…
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