Tag Archives: United States Environmental Protection Agency

Toxic Ingredients Are Often Unlisted

Research studies done by government, academic and independent researchers reveal that before babies are even born, their bodies are contaminated with up to 358 different chemicals. They include flame retardants, pesticides, fragrances, insulating materials, industrial coolants and lubricants, perfluorocarbon used … Continue reading

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Erin Brockovich’s toxic chromium-6 is flowing from faucets nationwide says EWG

Its known as the ‘Erin Brockovich chemical’. The cancer causing chromium-6. New tests commissioned by the Environmental Working Group (EWG) have now detected the carcinogenic hexavalent chromium-6  in 31 out of 35 tap water samples collected in cities across the … Continue reading

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Shopper’s Guide to Pesticides Updated

According to the recent report from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, the National Institutes of Health and the National Cancer Institute, exposure to pesticides approved by the Environmental Protection Agency “has been linked to brain/central nervous system, … Continue reading

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State EPA warns of mercury-laced skin lightening creams

It could be a potential problem on any beauty counter nationwide. The Illinois Environmental Protection Agency says beware of toxic metal mercury in several skin lightening creams being sold in the Chicago area. Retailers are being told not to sell … Continue reading

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The Age of Chemistry and Our Bodies

Image via WikipediaMan-made chemicals now found in human tissue samples now stands at 287, including bisphenol A, found in many plastics; triclosan, found in antibacterial soap; a dozen perfluorinated chemicals, such as PFOA used in the manufacture of nonstick cookware; … Continue reading

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The Seafood Dilemma

Seafood has long been considered an essential element in healthy diets. Population studies have shown that people who eat fish regularly live longer and have lower incidences of chronic disease than those who do not. Research studies confirm the health … Continue reading

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Endocrine Disruption Prevention Act

Endocrine-disrupting chemicals in the environment can take a serious toll on the health of humans and wildlife. They mimic or block natural hormones made by the body and have been linked to irreversible reproductive and developmental problems like early puberty, … Continue reading

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Chromium-6 in Tap Water

Chromium-6, also called hexavalent chromium, is a cancer-causing chemical discharged from steel and pulp mills, metal-plating and leather-tanning facilities. It was found in the tap water of 89 percent of cities tested by the Environmental Working Group. Chromium-6 raises everyone’s … Continue reading

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Skin Cells Modified into Blood

You might have seen many people wearing masks in the streets to protect themselves against pollution and you probably already asked yourself, are these masks really effective against air pollution.Face masks is a device designed to protect the wearer from … Continue reading

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Group Warns EPA ready to increase radioactive release guidelines – As Nuclear Alert for Fukushima Reveals a Meltdown Has Started

The EPA is preparing to dramatically increase permissible radioactive releases in drinking water, food and soil after “radiological incidents,” according to Public Employees for Environmental Responsibility. What is termed a guidance that EPA is considering – as opposed to a … Continue reading

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