DNA damage

Heavy metals can cause chronic urinary and reproductive health problems, according to a study on dental fillings by the CDC

November 30, 2017 -

Posted by Ralph Flores

(Natural News) Just in case you’re wondering: yes, dental amalgam fillings are bad for you, and according to new data, it may be enough to wreak havoc on your kidneys and your fertility. People with amalgam fillings are more likely to be at risk of chronic health conditions, according to information released by the non-profit organization Dental […]

in: Cancer, Green Living, Health, Heavy metals & toxic elements, holistic dentistry, oral health, oral health

Wars keep on killing: Gulf War illness causes DNA damage in vets, according to new research

November 20, 2017 -

Posted by Frances Bloomfield

(Natural News) Gulf War Illness (GWI), or Gulf War Syndrome, is the name given to a cluster of chronic symptoms affecting Gulf War veterans and civilian workers. The cause behind these symptoms — which range from fatigue to joint pains to memory problems — has been studied and debated on for the longest time. Yet […]

in: Health, military, Veterans Health Care, War

CONFIRMED: Exposure to aldehyde chemicals found to trigger the degradation of BRCA2 breast cancer genes in women

June 11, 2017 -

Posted by Amy Goodrich

(Natural News) Aldehydes, a common class of everyday chemicals, have been found to increase cancer risk by interfering with the body’s natural DNA repair mechanism, a new study reported. The study, conducted by researchers at the University of Cambridge, looked into the effects that aldehydes can have on human health. Aldehydes are made in our […]

in: Cancer, Culture & Society, Environment, Food, Health, Toxic chemicals, Toxic Foods, Toxic ingredients, Welfare