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May 8, 2018 - Issue 4285


Reconfirmed: Artificial Sweeteners Make You Fat and Sick

artificial sweeteners effects

May 8, 2018

Many people turn to this option, thinking it will help them consume fewer calories, slim down and lower their risk of developing Type 2 diabetes. But researchers are now discovering that's not the case. Instead, they accumulate in your blood and can cause even more severe damage to your blood vessels.

Dr. Samuel Epstein, 91, Dies

Dr. Samuel Epstein, 91, Dies

May 8, 2018

Dr. Samuel Epstein, a champion of chronic disease prevention and one of the first widely known critics of the government agencies allowing carcinogenic products to remain on the market, passed away in early 2018 - but his legacy to protect public health lives on.

Is There Teflon in Your Cosmetic Products?

teflon in cosmetic products

May 8, 2018

Teflon is primarily known as a chemical in nonstick cookware, but this endocrine-disrupting, possible carcinogen may also be found in your personal care products. In recent tests, more than 200 products from 28 popular brands were found to contain the toxins - but you can avoid them by carefully reading labels.