Tag: phthalates

FDA sparks anger with decision on ‘phthalates’ — a chemical in fast-food packaging

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FDA sparks anger with decision on ‘phthalates’ — a chemical in fast-food packaging
BY SHARON UDASIN – 05/19/22 4:42 PM ET The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) said Thursday that it will not impose a total ban on a set of dangerous chemicals commonly found in fast-food packaging, angering scientists and environmental groups who have long pressed for their removal. The decision came in response to three separate petitions requesting that the FDA limit the use of compounds called phthalates, which are known to disrupt hormone function and have been linked to birth defects, infertility, learning disabilities and neurological disorders.… Read the rest

Ooh, That Smell: How To Get Rid Of Unwanted Odors Without Resorting To The Use Of Toxic Air Fresheners

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Ooh, That Smell: How To Get Rid Of Unwanted Odors Without Resorting To The Use Of Toxic Air Fresheners
Unnatural Air Fresheners May Be Doing Toxic Damage: Here’s How To Get Rid Of Unwanted Odors Naturally Smells and odors are inextricably linked to the deep genetic memory of our ancestors. Smell is one of the first signs that something is amiss, for instance that a potential food or water source has gone bad, or that a companions wound is serious.… Read the rest