Tag Archive: Health

Your Couch may cause ADHD in Your Child.

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07/21/2010

There is a chemical warfare happening in American homes. We have taken measures to eliminate all toxic cleaners, personal products and cosmetics from our home. The result is a cheaper, healthier way of cleaning. From ScienceDaily.com:

“A new study led by a team of Boston University School of Public Health researchers suggests a link between polyfluoroalkyl chemicals (PFCs), industrial compounds which are widely used in many consumer products, and attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) in children.” Continue Reading…

Got a Cold? Vitamin D May be the New Vitamin C

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03/22/2010

When you get sick, your body fights off infection by kicking your immune system into high gear. It sends out T-cells that the immune system “activates” in order to seek and destroy pathogens in the body. Research at the Department of International Health, Immunology and Microbiology has found evidence that T-cells require Vitamin D in order to activate. Science Daily explains how this process works:

Hundreds of Toxic Chemicals Found in Babies umbilical chords

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02/12/2010

EWG performed a study on chemicals found in newborn’s umbilical chords. Among the compounds found in the tissues samples were BPA, Teflon, flame retardant found in couches and bedding, the total number of toxic chemicals was 232. Many of the chemicals found in the babies umbilical chords were components of make up and personal products that women continue to use throughout pregnancy.

Prenatal cosmetic use may determine if a child has behavior issues

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02/10/2010

When a women is pregnant, the makeup she wears, the deoderant she uses and the lotions she uses may effect her baby’s behavior later down the road. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has found that high levels of phthalates found in a women’s blood during pregnancy directly correlate with behavioral issues in their child at ages 4-9 years.

Having troube getting pregnant? Your bed may be to blame.

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02/08/2010

Recent studies have linked high levels of PBDEs in women’s blood to a difficult time getting pregnant. PBDEs are a type of flame retardant found in fabrics, furniture and mattresses. They are most prevalent in foams.

Things made with OIL – how dependent are you?

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02/03/2010

Thinking about putting in some new carpeting? How about some balloons for the next office party, or candles for a romantic evening with your partner? Has your child ever eaten a crayon? All these things are more are made with, you betcha: OIL. Toothpaste, Vitamin Capsules, Hair Coloring and Hand Lotion are the most disgusting ones on this list…

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