Tag: chemicals
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OSU Researchers Explain How Highly Processed Foods Harm the Brain
A new study by Ohio State University revealed how highly processed foods negatively impact brain health. Researchers fed older rats a diet high in refined carbohydrates for four weeks and noticed significant changes. Food given to the rats mimicked ready-made, prepackaged human foods such as chips, frozen dinners, and deli meats. Their brains showed inflammation,…
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Australian Researchers Link Pesticides to Chronic Kidney Disease
University of Queensland researchers found a link between certain pesticides to chronic kidney disease risk. The commonly used pesticide Malathion, called Maldison in Australia, increases the risk of kidney disease by 25%. Applications for Malathion include agriculture, domestic, and public recreation areas. It’s used to kill mosquitoes and fruit flies and is an ingredient in…
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15 Things Never to Wash with Dish Soap
You might be tempted to use dish soap on everything since itβs something you always have on hand. It seems to work well, and itβs less expensive than other cleaners. You may even think that itβs safe since you use it on dishes. Surprisingly, however, there are many things you should never wash with dish…
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Alarming Research Reveals Dangers of Synthetic Scents
Artificial fragrances may smell amazing, but they contain chemicals that have incredibly harmful effects on the body. Surprisingly, the products in most homes are a source of synthetic scents and chemicals. Manufacturers pack these chemicals into air fresheners, shampoo, candles, dryer sheets, detergents, and many other products that produce an appealing scent. Some of the…
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Hawaii Becomes First State to Ban Toxic Pesticide Chlorpyrifos
Last year, Hawaii became the first state in the U.S. to ban the use of pesticides containing chlorpyrifos. That frequently used chemical may trigger severe developmental issues in children and other health problems. More than a year earlier, the Trump administration denied a petition to ban the pesticide from commercial use. However, Gov. David Ige…