Jul 9, 2018Emma Zang-Schwartz, MPH
Simple tip for quickly reducing your exposure to BPA coming at ya’. Ready for it? When you’re at a store and they say would you like a receipt, just say no or ask for an emailed one.Unless you really need the receipt because you think you will be returning...
Apr 27, 2018Emma Zang-Schwartz, MPH
Ever wonder what makes your shampoo smell so good or your lipstick that perfect shade of red? Well, turns out, very few people know except for the companies that make those smells or colors. That’s because companies aren’t required to share the ingredients...
Apr 11, 2018Emma Zang-Schwartz, MPH
What is BPA?BPA, or bisphenol A, is a chemical that is often used in plastics to make them clear and strong. It is also in epoxy resins that can line water pipes and food cans, and is used in receipt paper. Although BPA is the most well-known bisphenol, there are...
Apr 11, 2018Emma Zang-Schwartz, MPH
By now, you have probably read a few of our articles mentioning flame retardants. Over the years they have ended up in a variety of products in an effort to make them safer, and not catch on fire. But, since then, we have learned a lot more about them… and...
Apr 11, 2018Emma Zang-Schwartz, MPH
Not the beloved mac ‘n’ cheese! Sadly, it’s true. Researchers have found phthalates, a chemical often added to plastic to make it flexible, in your favorite comfort food. Yuck!While our mac ‘n’ cheese isn’t the only way phthalates...
