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  • What's the risk? Talc-based Cosmetic Products

    Published on June 14, 2022
    We've recently seen folks concerned about talc-based cosmetic products and the potential to contain contaminants like asbestos. In this post, we look at the risks associated with talc-based cosmetics.

  • What's The Risk? Food Packaging

    Published on June 6, 2022
    Recently, there’s been an uptick of concern around packaging and the chemical ingredients and contaminants that could be imparted on our food and beverages. In this post, we look at the risk.

  • How to Series – Removing Pesticide Residue

    Published on May 23, 2022
    In this series, we share best practices to help you in your daily life. This post looks at safe ways to remove lingering pesticide residue.

  • Special Edition – Homemade Infant Formula

    Published on May 16, 2022
    This special edition looks at the baby formula recipes making the rounds on the Internet.

  • What's the risk? Pesticide residues

    Published on May 9, 2022
    In this series, we look at common products and ingredients we use throughout the spring and summer to explore their safety and toxicity. In this post, we take a look at pesticide residues.

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