When infants are exposed to arsenic during pregnancy or as newborns, they face an increased risk of premature death, low birth weight, and potential neurodevelopmental difficulties. Further, in adults, arsenic exposure can have serious consequences, such as suppressing the immune…
It’s no secret that our bodies are constantly exposed to a wide variety of chemicals, heavy metals, and toxic compounds that they weren’t designed to handle. With this in mind, it’s essential to take control of our health by incorporating…
Hepatitis infections are notorious for causing liver cancer and cirrhosis – a condition where the liver becomes scarred and loses its function. One way to safeguard your liver and fight off hepatitis C virus (HCV) is to indulge in a…
Your body is constantly under attack from a barrage of health-robbing toxins and heavy metals that accumulate deep within your organs and tissues. While regular exercise and a healthy diet can help, taking it to the next level through detox…
Mercury exposure is an issue that has resulted in warnings from the FDA, urging individuals, especially women of childbearing age, to limit their fish consumption due to the potential for neurological harm to unborn fetuses. However, a groundbreaking 30-year study…
Can’t remember where you put your car keys? Or maybe you’re struggling to remember the name of your new neighbor? It’s completely normal for our memory to start slipping as we age, but did you know that our brain has…
Air pollution continues to be a major health concern for populations living in heavily polluted cities. One pollutant in particular—diesel exhaust—may have previously unknown effects on our genetic makeup. An investigation into this matter has recently uncovered that inhaling diesel…
Detoxifying cleanses have become increasingly popular as more people look to maintain their health and rid their bodies of toxins. Done correctly, cleanses can provide numerous benefits such as improved digestion, stronger immunity, enhanced circulation, increased energy, and mental clarity.…
Are you as healthy as you should be? There’s a chance you’re not if your home is unknowingly tainted by lingering toxins. While you’re more likely to be familiar with the health dangers of secondhand smoke, there is now growing…
The term “detox” has become increasingly popular, and, in some ways, that’s a good thing. People are becoming more aware of the dangers posed by the vast quantities of toxins we’re exposed to every day through sources such as food,…
It’s a shocking statistic: Almost 2 million Americans acquire infections in hospitals every year. With such a staggering number, it’s crucial to know how to lower your risk if you ever find yourself hospitalized. One simple and effective solution? Washing…
Researchers have discovered that chemicals used for hydraulic fracturing, or fracking, can interfere with the body’s reproductive hormones, glucocorticoid and thyroid hormone receptors. All of these are essential for healthy body functioning. Researcher Christopher Kassotis of the University of Missouri,…