President Donald Trump’s administration has withdrawn a critical EPA draft rule that aimed to limit toxic per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) in industrial wastewater, reversing environmental progress made under the Biden administration. PFAS, linked to cancer, liver damage and immune system dysfunction, are a growing…
By Study Finds The purity of our drinking water is being challenged by the presence of synthetic “forever chemicals,” according to a new international study. Researchers have detected per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) in water samples from taps and bottles across different countries, raising concerns…
By Eadaoin Carthy, Dublin City University and Abrar Abdelsalam, Dublin City University Since their inception in the 1940s, the so-called forever chemicals have woven themselves into the fabric of our modern world. But recently, they’ve been appearing in alarming news headlines about their damaging effects…
By Kenny Stancil The U.S. House on Wednesday passed the PFAS Action Act of 2021, a bill that, if passed by the U.S. Senate, would improve the regulation and facilitate the cleanup of per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances—long-lasting synthetic chemicals that pose a threat to public and environmental…
A peer-reviewed study by scientists at the Environmental Working Group estimates that more than 200 million Americans could have the toxic fluorinated chemicals known as PFAS in their drinking water at a concentration of 1 part per trillion, or ppt, or higher. Independent scientific studies…
By Hilda Oltean Over time, the evolution of consumerism has driven big companies into looking for cheaper ways for producing basic items like packaging, cleaning products, cookware and in some cases, even cosmetics. This means that the materials used are often combined with toxic chemicals…
Scientists at the Environmental Working Group and Indiana University have for the first time conducted a review of 26 fluorinated chemicals, or PFAS, and found that all display at least one characteristic of known human carcinogens. The study, published today in the International Journal of…
Researchers from North Carolina State University have found elevated levels of 11 per- and polyfluoroalkyl (PFAS) chemicals in the blood of Cape Fear River striped bass. Two of those compounds – perfluorooctane sulfonate (PFOS) and Nafion byproduct 2 – are associated with altered immune and…
The water filter on your refrigerator door, the pitcher-style filter you keep inside the fridge and the whole-house filtration system you installed last year may function differently and have vastly different price tags, but they have one thing in common. They may not remove all…
Story at-a-glance Leah Segedie founded Mamavation to investigate toxic chemicals in consumer products, inspired by family tragedies. The organization conducts independent testing and collaborates with scientists to educate the public about endocrine-disrupting chemicals (EDCs) EDCs, often found in plastics and other products, can activate estrogen…
A new report links chemical pollution, including pesticides, to a severe decline in male reproductive health, marked by crashing sperm counts and rising cancer rates. Endocrine-disrupting chemicals (EDCs) like phthalates, PFAS and glyphosate are identified as primary culprits, causing hormonal and epigenetic damage. Parental exposure…
Story at-a-glance Human milk oligosaccharides (HMOs) are complex sugars that pass undigested to your baby’s colon, where they feed beneficial bacteria, strengthen defenses, and support healthy brain and immune development A systematic review and meta-analysis in Frontiers in Pediatrics found that breast milk continues supplying…
A new study exposes how pesticide-laden foods are building up toxins in our bodies—just as Congress considers a measure that would lock in outdated science and shield Big Ag from accountability. Tell Congress to reject pesticide immunity now! Action Alert! THE TOPLINE A new study from…
If you thought having a couple beers when you get home from work or at the cookout was pretty harmless, think again. Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), often called “forever chemicals” because of their resistance to natural breakdown, have been detected in an alarming number…
Listen to the audio version of this article: THE TOPLINE The MAHA Commission’s Strategy report highlights positive priorities that aim to turn around the health of American kids—like overconsumption of ultra-processed foods (UPFs), under-consumption of whole foods, the need for regenerative agriculture, and reduced conflicts of interest—but…
Story at-a-glance Glyphosate exposure strongly correlates with fatty liver disease, affecting 100 million Americans including children. Higher urinary levels of the glyphosate byproduct aminomethylphosphonic acid (AMPA) predict increased liver dysfunction and fat accumulation Early childhood exposure creates lasting health risks, with children having doubled AMPA…
A recent European study found that all tested breads – including organic – contained trifluoroacetic acid (TFA), a PFAS compound linked to reproductive and developmental harm. TFA levels were up to 400 times higher than in drinking water. TFA is spreading through air, rain and…
Story at-a-glance A specific type of fiber called beta-glucan, found in oats and barley, was shown to reduce levels of harmful PFAS chemicals in the blood within just four weeks Participants who consumed beta-glucan experienced significant drops in legacy PFAS compounds like PFOA and PFOS,…
A study published in the Journal of the American Heart Association found that higher maternal PFAS levels correlate with elevated blood pressure in adolescents, highlighting long-term cardiovascular risks. “Forever chemicals” (PFAS) persist in the environment and human body, crossing the placental barrier. The study tracked 1,094 children,…
Many popular U.S. beers contain toxic “forever chemicals” (PFAS), with some exceeding the EPA’s 2024 safety limits for drinking water. Contamination primarily stems from PFAS-laced water used in brewing. PFAS exposure is linked to cancer, infertility, developmental delays, hormonal disruption and weakened immunity. Nearly 99…
