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Epigeneticist posits that obesity may be caused by ancestors' exposure to...
WSU’s Michael Skinner suggests that today’s high rates of obesity could be linked to epigenetics rather than just diet and exercise.
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Advocates demand US suspend weed-killing chemical that may cause cancer
Coalition alleges glyphosate, the most heavily applied herbicide in history, does not meet required safety standard set by federal law.
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What causes obesity? More science points to the brain
A new way of looking at a misunderstood disease is revolutionizing treatments and transforming lives.
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The plastic chemicals hiding in your food
CR tested popular fast foods and supermarket staples for some of the chemicals used to make plastic, which can be harmful to your health. Here's what we found—and how to stay safer.
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BPA, phthalates "widespread" in supermarket foods, regardless of packaging,...
Among the supermarket foods tested, Annie's Organic Cheesy Ravioli, Del Monte sliced peaches and Chicken of the Sea pink salmon, had the most phthalates per nanogram.
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How BPA and its evil cousins dodge meaningful regulation
Editor’s note: This is part of an ongoing series, BPA's evil cousin. Glittery epoxy art kits that you mix at home to create translucent resin art projects are all the rage online and in arts and craft...
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Regulating chemicals by class: A task of surgical precision
Editor’s note: This is part of an ongoing series, BPA's evil cousin. Last year, Washington state passed precedent-setting rules prohibiting bisphenols as an entire class of chemicals in several...
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Compuestos obesógenos: no solo nos engorda lo que comemos
Presentes por doquier, ciertos compuestos químicos son capaces de alterar el funcionamiento de nuestro organismo y producir obesidad. Explicamos cuáles son los más frecuentes y cómo actúan.
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Beverages in metal cans may be a significant source of chemical...
A recent study published in the Journal of Hazardous Materials tested non-alcoholic beverages packaged in plastic, glass, cartons, and metal cans for contamination from endocrine disrupting chemicals...
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Obesogens: a unifying theory for the global rise in obesity
Despite varied treatment, mitigation, and prevention efforts, the global prevalence and severity of obesity continue to worsen. Here we propose a combined model of obesity, a unifying paradigm that...
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Opinion: Dangerous chemicals found in recycled plastics, making them unsafe...
Recycled plastics are not safe if the chemicals used in creating them in the first place are harmful.
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BPA, phthalates 'widespread' in supermarket foods, regardless of packaging,...
Looking to reduce your exposure to plasticizers in the new year? Contrary to what you might think, shopping organic and avoiding plastic food packaging isn't a surefire way to avoid harmful chemicals...
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Glyphosate: Raft of legal challenges launched against EU approval
The European Commission’s decision to reauthorize the herbicide for 10 years is being challenged in three separate legal actions.
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BPA exposure causes early onset puberty in rats
According to a recent study in Reproductive Toxicology, female rats exposed to low doses of bisphenol A (BPA) in the womb and during infancy undergo puberty at a younger age. In short: BPA, a chemical...
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Consumer Reports: What foods have the most BPAs and phthalates, and how to...
It sounds gross and dangerous: plastic chemicals lurking in the foods we eat. The reality is we've known about it for decades.
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As Roundup verdicts pile up, Bayer bets big on US appeals courts
Despite more than $4 billion in U.S. jury verdicts over Bayer's Roundup weedkiller, including a $2.25 billion verdict last week, the company so far has shown no willingness to settle, instead betting...
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Lee Evslin: Pay close attention to what science says about glyphosate
It’s the active ingredient in Roundup-like herbicides. Will Hawaii again lead on food safety?
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Court rules against Bayer in ongoing Roundup cancer lawsuit saga
A U.S. appeals court has upheld the lawsuit of a Georgia doctor claiming that Roundup weedkiller caused his cancer, marking a significant defeat for Bayer AG. Brendan Pierson reports for Reuters.In...
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Port au Choix, Newfoundland, tests water for herbicide amid health concerns
In response to social media concerns, Port au Choix is testing its water for glyphosate, a common herbicide.Malone Mullin reports for CBC News.In short:Port au Choix officials are testing the town's...
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PFAS: qué son, sus riesgos y cómo tratarlos
Sartenes antiadherentes, cajas de pizza, incluso los propios alimentos; es imposible evitar por completo los PFAS y el BPA, pero los expertos tienen consejos sobre cómo limitar su exposición.
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Philadelphia jury delivers historic verdict in Roundup cancer case
In a landmark decision, a Philadelphia jury awards $2.25 billion in a lawsuit linking Roundup weed killer to cancer, marking a significant turn in ongoing litigation. MaryClaire Dale reports for the...
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Plastics' hidden cost to health and economy revealed
A recent study exposes the significant economic and health impact of harmful chemicals in plastics, costing the U.S. approximately $250 billion annually. Lead author Dr. Leonardo Trasande discusses...
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EPA's struggle with pesticide regulation and public health
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency's recent reapproval of paraquat, despite its link to Parkinson's disease, underscores the agency's ongoing challenges in effectively regulating harmful...
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Bangladesh's tea production: a threat to biodiversity and health
In Bangladesh, the widespread use of the herbicide glyphosate in tea production raises significant environmental and health concerns.Farhana Parvin reports for Mongabay.In short:Glyphosate, used...
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Bayer's Roundup lawsuit award cut 90% by California judge
A California judge has dramatically reduced a $332 million Roundup lawsuit award to $28 million, ruling in favor of Bayer AG's Monsanto unit against claims linking the weedkiller to cancer.Jef Feeley...
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Rising global obesity rates challenge traditional views on malnutrition
The global shift in nutritional health, as outlined in a new report from The Lancet, signals an urgent need for comprehensive strategies that address obesity as a worldwide issue.Clare Roth reports...
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Rethinking "BPA-free": Are alternatives any safer?
As "BPA-free" becomes a common label on various consumer products, concerns rise about the safety of BPA substitutes used in plastics.Sharon Guynup reports for National Geographic.In short:Despite...
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Op-ed: Untangling the causes of obesity
As researchers look for the reasons to explain the global rise in obesity, one thing has become clear — chemicals in our food, packaging, personal care items and other products are playing a key role....
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London's water faces a chemical challenge
London's tap water has been found to contain harmful "forever" chemicals, raising significant health concerns.Joe Middleton reports for The Independent.In short:Recent tests in London reveal tap water...
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Policy is an effective tool in reducing chemical exposure, study confirms
A recent study published in Environmental Health Perspectives examined the outcomes of various dietary, clinical, and regulatory strategies to reduce exposure to two groups of harmful chemicals,...
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