Depression: Some environmental toxicants linked to symptoms
Compared to women and older people, men and younger people appeared to be more vulnerable to environmental toxicants. THE ESSENTIAL ...
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Food: a method to create healthier fries?
By identifying the specific gene responsible for a process, called "cold-induced sweetening," researchers have figured out how to reduce harmful ...
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Hygienic protections: toxic substances are always present
The magazine 60 million consumers reveals that it has once again detected contaminants in several products, even labeled or organic. ...
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Recycled plastic in contact with food could contaminate it
Hazardous chemicals could accumulate in packaging, utensils and plates made from recycled materials and migrate into food. THE ESSENTIAL Endocrine ...
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Toxic substances in sportswear?
Bras, leggings, t-shirts and shorts are said to contain high levels of bisphenol A. THE ESSENTIAL Levels of bisphenol A ...
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Sex toys, a health hazard?
These sexual objects would contain high concentrations of phthalates. THE ESSENTIAL Sex toys "constitute a category of consumer products whose ...
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Deodorant: several brands singled out by 60 million consumers
The association has analyzed the composition and classified 22 deodorants from the letter A to the letter E. It warns ...
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Dangerous nanoparticles hidden in our everyday products?
A study published Thursday, December 15, 2022 revealed the presence of many nanoparticles in several everyday objects, while some are ...
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UFC-Que Choisir warns against the dangerousness of silicone molds
Silicone molds, used in particular to make cakes, contain harmful substances which can contaminate food during cooking, according to the ...
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Uterine fibroids: these everyday products increase their growth
US scientists have demonstrated a causal link between toxic substances found in everyday consumer products and the increased growth of ...
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Cancer: a gas stove can be harmful to your health, even when turned off
Even when not in use, gas stoves release toxic and carcinogenic substances inside homes. THE ESSENTIAL The highest levels of ...
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Dementia: environmental toxins suspected of increasing cases
Exposure to toxic substances such as microplastics, pesticides and other toxins could play a role in the development of neurological ...
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Why drinking rainwater is a bad idea
All over the world, rainwater is contaminated with dangerous chemicals. THE ESSENTIAL PFAS include approximately 450 compounds. They are used ...
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40% of school supplies contain toxic compounds, UFC-que Choisir alert
Endocrine disruptors, carcinogens... No less than 40% of school supplies contain substances toxic to health, according to the consumer association. ...
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Giving blood regularly purifies the body
Donating blood saves lives, but can also purify your body. Explanations. THE ESSENTIAL To donate blood, you must be at ...
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Half of the fruits and vegetables we eat are contaminated with toxic pesticides
The consumer association UFC-Que Choisir reveals that more than 50% of fruits and vegetables from conventional agriculture contain traces of ...
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Allergies, burns: towards stricter regulation of pollutants in clothing
Sweaters, moccasins, jeans, jackets, boots… We wear these clothes and shoes every day. Problem: they still contain too many chemical ...
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Reflection, memory: exposure to formaldehyde would be the cause of cognitive disorders
Classified as a carcinogen for nearly 20 years, formaldehyde could cause cognitive impairment in people who are exposed to it ...
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Masks and goggles: beware of anti-fog products!
Anti-fog wipes and sprays, which eyeglass wearers regularly use, could contain potentially toxic substances. THE ESSENTIAL Chemical substances are said ...
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Tattoos: chemical components present in inks are now prohibited
Since Tuesday January 4, several dyes and substances contained in tattoo inks have been banned in all European Union countries ...
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Prohibited substances: the French are still exposed to pesticides
In a recent study, Public Health France revealed that pesticides banned in France are still present on our plates and ...
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Household products: beware of disinfectant sprays and wipes!
Fabric softener, glass cleaner, descaler… Household products are used daily. However, some cleaning products are "potentially" harmful to health, according ...
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Pesticides, plasticizers… The frightening list of chemicals found in the body
109 chemicals were detected in pregnant women, including 55 never before reported in humans and 42 "mystery chemicals" of unknown ...
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Disposable diapers: ANSES proposes to ban 200 dangerous chemical substances
The National Health Security Agency (Anses) wants to better protect the health of babies and proposes to ban nearly 200 ...
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Nail beauty: employees in the sector run many health risks
According to an INRS report, the application of nail polish is not without risk because it exposes manicurists, and to ...
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