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85 Popular Grocery Items Contained Phthalates, Study Finds

Consumer Reports tested 85 popular supermarket items and found concerning levels of phthalates — plastic chemicals linked to health issues — in all but one. Nearly 80% also had bisphenol A. The group is calling for regulators to ban the chemicals’ use in food production.

Why Are Toxic Phthalates Still Used in Medical Supplies for Premature Babies?

Despite more than two decades of evidence that phthalates — which are toxic to multiple organs, especially premature infants — leach from medical devices, the chemicals are still widely used in products designed for neonatal intensive care units.

‘Safe’ Limits on Exposure to Phthalates May Not Protect Human Health, New Study Shows

“Safe” limits on human exposure to phthalates set by national and international regulatory authorities may not adequately protect public health, according to a new analysis published in the journal Environmental Health.

Are You Microwaving Food in Plastic Containers? Here’s Why You Should Stop

When you cook food in microwaveable plastics, toxic chemicals can migrate to your food.

‘Especially Dangerous’ to Children, Pregnant Women: Thousands of Chemicals Linked to Rising Rates of Cancer, Infertility and Obesity

New evidence suggests that endocrine-disrupting chemicals found in consumer products, food, water and soil are behind the global rise in reproductive disorders, cancer, diabetes, obesity, heart disease, neurological conditions, reduced immune function and chronic inflammation.

Ultra-Processed Foods Linked to Early Death, Mental Disorders + More

The Defender’s Big Food NewsWatch brings you the latest headlines related to industrial food companies and their products, including ultra-processed foods, food additives, contaminants, GMOs and lab-grown meat and their toxic effects on human health. The views expressed in the excerpts from other news sources do not necessarily reflect the views of The Defender.

COVID Vaccine mRNA Penetrates Fetal-Placental Barrier + More

The Defender’s Weekly Science Digest delivers a roundup of the latest research on children’s health, including studies on vaccines, drugs, chemicals, pesticides and lead exposure.

The Leading Lab-Grown-Meat Company Just Paused Major Expansion + More

The Defender’s Big Food NewsWatch brings you the latest headlines related to industrial food companies and their products, including ultra-processed foods, food additives, contaminants, GMOs and lab-grown meat and their toxic effects on human health. The views expressed in the excerpts from other news sources do not necessarily reflect the views of The Defender.

The Microplastic Invasion: 12 Ways to Minimize Your Exposure

Studies show microplastics can cross placental and brain barriers. Skipping plastic bottles and toys, choosing natural fabrics over synthetic ones, using washing bags and dusting can help limit exposure.

Common Preservative May Harm Your Gut + More

The Defender’s Big Food NewsWatch brings you the latest headlines related to industrial food companies and their products, including ultra-processed foods, food additives, contaminants, GMOs and lab-grown meat and their toxic effects on human health. The views expressed in the excerpts from other news sources do not necessarily reflect the views of The Defender.

Are Ultra-Processed Foods Fattening? They Are for Company Profits + More

The Defender’s Big Food NewsWatch brings you the latest headlines related to industrial food companies and their products, including ultra-processed foods, food additives, contaminants, GMOs and lab-grown meat and their toxic effects on human health. The views expressed in the excerpts from other news sources do not necessarily reflect the views of The Defender.

Acetaminophen and Pregnancy: Here’s What You Should Know

The American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG) warns pregnant women to avoid substances not required for medical reasons to support a healthy pregnancy, yet ACOG and obstetricians and gynecologists from across the U.S. typically identified acetaminophen (Tylenol) as a safe pain reliever for pregnant women despite studies that show otherwise.

Plastics in Food and Drinks Play Big Role in Annual $250 Billion Healthcare Tab

Exposure to just four types of plastic costs the U.S. healthcare system nearly $250 billion per year, according to a study in the Journal of the Endocrine Society. The majority of adverse health effects involved the endocrine system, but investigators also found cancer, childhood development delays and IQ deficits.

Autism Lawsuit Filed Over Toxic Metals in Gerber, Sprout and Walmart Baby Food Products + More

The Defender’s Big Food NewsWatch brings you the latest headlines related to industrial food companies and their products, including ultra-processed foods, food additives, contaminants, GMOs and lab-grown meat and their toxic effects on human health. The views expressed in the excerpts from other news sources do not necessarily reflect the views of The Defender.

More Evidence to Ban Energy Drinks for Children, Study Finds + More

The Defender’s Big Food NewsWatch brings you the latest headlines related to industrial food companies and their products, including ultra-processed foods, food additives, contaminants, GMOs and lab-grown meat and their toxic effects on human health. The views expressed in the excerpts from other news sources do not necessarily reflect the views of The Defender.

Exposure to Toxic Chemicals Linked to Anxiety, Depression in Kids

More research is needed to determine which chemicals or chemical mixtures are the main culprits so we can better understand how children’s exposure to toxic chemicals is contributing to the rising mental health crisis affecting today’s youth.

‘Remarkable’ Declines in Fertility, Sperm Counts Worldwide Linked to Industrial Chemicals

Fertility rates are dropping persistently worldwide, with environmental toxins like pesticides and air pollution likely playing a key role, according to a study published in Human Reproduction Update. Health experts urged policy action on chemical exposures and barriers to fertility care.

Newborns Exposed to Endocrine Disruption + More Microbiome Science, Please + More

The Defender’s Weekly Science Digest delivers a roundup of the latest research on children’s health, including studies on vaccines, drugs, chemicals, pesticides and lead exposure.

900+ Common Chemicals Linked to Breast Cancer Risk

A study published Wednesday in Environmental Health Perspectives identified 921 chemicals that increase the risk of breast cancer and found that 90% are ubiquitous in consumer products, food and drinks, pesticides, medications and workplaces.

These Two Toxic Plastics Should Be Banned. Here’s Why.

Anti-plastic campaigners, who have achieved limited success in passing bans based on the toxic health effects of plastics that contain known carcinogens and hormone-disrupting chemicals, say two of the most toxic types of plastic — polystyrene and polyvinyl chloride, or PVC, should be completely banned.

‘Something Really Troubling Here’: Plastics Pose Cancer Risk for Babies, Young Kids

Evidence shows potential links between babies’ exposure to plastics and their risk for developing cancer, attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder and other conditions that may arise when the endocrine system is disrupted, according to a new report that reviewed 120 recent studies.

New ‘Plastic Heat Map’ Includes 3,500 Studies on How Plastics Harm Human Health

Estimates say more than 10,500 chemicals are used in producing plastic. Minderoo Foundation researchers searched studies for 1,557 of these chemicals, including common chemical classes such as polymers, bisphenols, PFAS and flame retardants.

Microplastics Linked to Poor Gut Health, Celiac Disease, Obesity and More

Studies show microplastics may alter the permeability of the intestine and change how we digest food. They also appear to shift the gut microbiome to an unhealthy state.

‘Skittles Bill’: California to Ban 5 Food Additives Linked to Cancer, Hormone Disruption

California’s Assembly Bill 418 targets red dye No. 3, titanium dioxide, brominated vegetable oil, potassium bromate and propylparaben. The additives, found in popular candies and processed foods, are linked to health problems including cancer and hormone disruption.

Manufacturers Add Toxic Chemicals to Clothing to Make It Smell Better — and Boost Corporate Profits

The scent wafting from your clothing is the result of fragrances added to reduce the obnoxious scent of synthetic clothing. As fragrance isn’t regulated, manufacturers are free to add any toxic chemicals to achieve their goals.

Chemicals in Cosmetics May Interfere With Fertility, Fetal Growth and Infant Development

Chemicals found in cosmetic products can travel throughout the body, targeting the endocrine, nervous and cardiovascular systems and triggering hormonal changes that can lead to reproductive problems, including poor sperm quality and miscarriage.

Plastics Recycling Releases Toxic ‘Chemical Cocktail’

Plastics contain toxic chemicals that can enter products and interact to create new harmful substances during the recycling process, a new report from Greenpeace and the International Pollutants Elimination Network shows.

Top 10 Most Hazardous Cosmetic Products Include a Shampoo for Kids

An analysis of personal care and cleaning products found the top 10 most hazardous products include a children’s shampoo, JLo Glow perfume, Kaboom with OxiClean, Axe body spray and Organix Shampoo.

Plastic Is Everywhere — Including in Your Brain

Scientists suspect microplastic contamination in our brains may cause cognitive impairment, neurotoxicity and altered neurotransmitter levels, which can contribute to behavioral changes.

Artificial Turf Is Full of Toxic Chemicals — Yet More and More Schools and Playgrounds Are Using It

As of October 2022, the majority of U.S. high school football fields used artificial turf made with plastic grass and “rubber pellets” made from tires, known to contain multiple chemicals and heavy metals, including mercury, lead, benzene, polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons and arsenic.