Tag: toxins

Like the rapacious Audrey II in "Little Shop of Horrors," some of the easiest-to-grow houseplants can devour what's bad for you. (But not bad...

The Centers for Disease Control just released a statement about an outbreak of listeria in ricotta cheese that has been sold in the United States.

Nobody knows just how much of a risk toxins in our food really pose. Most of the associations between chemical exposures and disease are just that--associations. But we're exposed to dozens, if not hundreds, of chemicals, and the effects of some multiple exposures may be more...

In a study from Emory University, researchers have found that PFC (polyfluoroalkyl compounds) exposure in pregnant mothers may contribute to development of obesity later in life.

In an attempt to own up to mistakes in chemical formulation of personal health care products for children and adults, Johnson & Johnson has announced it is in the process of removing dangerous chemicals from commonly used personal products in the next few years. These chemicals are associated with potential cancer and other serious health conditions.

Drinking tea has been promoted for thousands of years as a way to improve overall health and to address specific health conditions. Long before...

Q: I've had almost constant diarrhea since I got out of the hospital. They say I picked up an infection from a bug called...

Household dust may seem relatively harmless to most people, but toxins can be trapped in dust, posing real health risks. According to the Environmental Working...

Air pollution has been previously linked to increased risk of developing breathing and lung problems, such as asthma and COPD. However, new research reveals...

What can you do to help lose the cravings and feel full while reducing calories? The answer is surprisingly simple: fiber. There are two types...