(Natural News) It can often feel like our protests about matters like glyphosate in food are falling on deaf ears, but one retailer is poised to take a harsh stance against the dangerous chemical – and we can only hope other businesses will follow its lead. Costco, the fifth largest retailer in the U.S., will […]

(Natural News) Can smoking cigarettes before pregnancy cause complications with the baby long after birth? New research out of Duke University in North Carolina suggests yes, pointing to the results of a recent animal trial showing that even before conception, exposure to nicotine and other chemicals in tobacco cigarettes can have a lingering effect in […]

(Natural News) Think twice before you reach for a bag of microwave popcorn, even if it does promise to be organic or non-GMO. The bags that microwave popcorn comes in are coated with fluorinated chemicals linked to a laundry list of health problems even at very low concentrations. These chemicals can enter your body via […]

(Natural News) If given the choice, how many parents would put petrochemicals in their children’s food? But when you buy most children’s foods on grocery store shelves, that’s the decision you’re making. These products are filled with petrochemical-derived ingredients from artificial colors to preservatives. Alarmingly, these ingredients have also been linked with health problems from […]

(Natural News) You might want to rethink your habit or policy of keeping receipts for future needs. An international group of researchers warned that the ink of thermal paper contained bisphenol A (BPA). This toxic chemical throws the endocrine system into disarray, thereby causing an unhealthy imbalance of hormones in the body. Endocrine disruptors like BPA have been […]

(Natural News) It turns out, people aren’t the only ones affected by scents: In a study led by scientists from the University of Cologne and the Free University of Berlin, they found that honeybees are similarly affected, with certain scents affecting their behavior and memory. The finding, which they published in the journal eNeuro, came from an investigation […]

(Natural News) Many people who smoke and are looking for a “safer” alternative have turned to e-cigarettes. Unfortunately, a study from Johns Hopkins University’s Bloomberg School of Public Health has revealed that those cigarettes contain not one but an alarming five heavy metals. Editor’s Note: There is a concerted effort by Big Tobacco to destroy […]

(Natural News) Every day, you are exposed to heavy metals, such as lead, arsenic, and mercury, that can harm your health. You may not completely eliminate toxins in the environment, but you can take steps to minimize your exposure. Here are some ways: Evaluate your daily food choices: One of the most common causes of […]

(Natural News) A shocking new report from the Environmental Working Group confirms that an overwhelming majority of conventionally grown produce is covered in pesticides. About 70 percent of U.S. produce contains pesticides — even after it has been washed. This is highly disturbing news for the millions of Americans who buy fresh produce, believing that […]

(Natural News) In contemporary society, the actual edgy, rebellious non-conformists are those who have completely refrained from getting involved with body art. With tattoos enjoying increasing popularity among the trend-conscious general public, however, many wonder if tattoo ink injected into your skin is safe. Common sense might provide the answer. According to a detailed overview by GreenMedinfo, studies suggest […]