Health News
Play in the Sun, Yes
Sunscreen? Yes indeed. SPF 15, 30, or 50? No worries. Parents are a-okay with their children playing in the sun.
Low Dose Hormone Like Chemicals may Harm
Endocrine-disrupting chemicals ( EDC ) is the name given to a variety of substances that can act like hormones in the body. Exposure to EDCs can occur through contact with a variety of common household goods and in many industrial settings.
The effects of high-doses of EDCs are well-studied in industrial settings, but the possible health effects of low-dose exposures, like those in common household goods, have not received as much attention.
EDCs in the Household
Synthetic EDCs are found in a wide variety of plastics, pesticides, fungicides, and medicines. Naturally occur...
Be Free From Smoke
Smoking is linked to many health issues and yet these risks aren’t enough to motivate some to quit. Family, friends and coworkers might be able to help – ban smoking from work and home.
The Dangers of Leaving the Light On
Keeping the lights on before going to sleep may have a negative influence on your health, according to a study to be published in the Journal of Clinical Endocrinology & Metabolism .