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11/02/2026
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By Zoey Sky
BHA and BHT: Synthetic Preservatives Found in Food and Consumer Products
Butylated hydroxyanisole (BHA) and butylated hydroxytoluene (BHT) are synthetic antioxidants used as preservatives in food and manufacturing. The David Suzuki Foundation, a non-profit organization that works to conserve and protect the natural environment and to help create a sustainable Canada, includes BHA and BHT in its “Dirty Dozen” list of cosmetic ingredients to avoid [1][2]. […]
10/29/2026
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By Zoey Sky
California Agency Report Links Synthetic Food Dyes to Behavioral Problems in Children
The California Office of Environmental Health Hazard Assessment (OEHHA) has published a report concluding that synthetic food dyes are associated with hyperactivity and other neurobehavioral problems in some children [1]. The report, released on April 16, 2021, is based on a two-year review of human and animal studies, according to the agency [1]. OEHHA scientists […]
10/27/2026
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By Zoey Sky
Titanium Dioxide: Uses, Safety Concerns and Regulatory Status
Titanium dioxide is a mineral used as a pigment, opacifier, and ultraviolet (UV) filter in cosmetics, sunscreens, and personal care products, according to industry documents. The ingredient is also used in food, where it brightens and whitens products, and its presence in everyday items has drawn attention from regulators and consumer advocacy groups. It appears […]
10/21/2026
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By Zoey Sky
Why Some Sunscreen Makers Avoid Octisalate as Safety Questions Grow
Octisalate, also known as octyl salicylate or ethylhexyl salicylate, is a UVB filter that has been used in sunscreens since the 1950s, according to industry and regulatory records. It is approved in the European Union (EU) at concentrations up to 5% and by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) at up to 5% in sunscreens […]
10/04/2026
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By Zoey Sky
Mexoryl SX Under Fire: What This Common Cosmetic Ingredient Could Mean for Your Health
Sunscreen is widely regarded as an essential defense against excessive ultraviolet (UV) exposure. Yet the chemicals used to create that protection are not automatically free from controversy. Mexoryl SX, a proprietary name for the UV filter ecamsule, is one example. The ingredient has been used in sunscreen formulations for years and is valued for its […]
09/16/2026
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By Zoey Sky
WARNING: 10 Cosmetic Ingredients Under Toxicological Scrutiny
Cosmetics are designed to make skin, hair and nails look, smell and feel better. Yet the chemistry behind those effects can be considerably less appealing. Preservatives, solvents, fragrances, pigments, plasticizers and other functional ingredients can expose consumers to substances associated with irritation, sensitization, endocrine activity, reproductive effects or, in some cases, carcinogenicity. That does not […]
07/04/2026
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By Zoey Sky
AstraZeneca fined $110 million for corrupt marketing scheme targeting children and vulnerable patients
AstraZeneca paid $110 million in 2014 to settle Texas lawsuits over illegally marketing drugs through kickbacks and free nurse bribes. Texas AG called the scheme “especially disturbing” for jeopardizing children’s well-being and defrauding Medicaid via improper influence on doctors. Settlement was treated as a routine business cost; the same corrupt company later received billions and […]
05/29/2026
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By Zoey Sky
Ice cream urgently recalled in 17 states over fears of contamination with a dangerous metal
Straus Family Creamery, a well-known organic ice cream brand, has recalled six flavors (including Vanilla Bean, Strawberry and Mint Chip) due to possible stainless steel fragments. The recall affects pints and quarts sold in 17 states, with best-by dates in late December 2026. The contamination is likely from equipment malfunction (e.g., worn blades or broken […]
04/28/2026
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By Zoey Sky
Nationwide Xanax recall raises concerns over the anxiety drug’s quality control
A safety recall has been issued for one specific batch of Xanax due to a quality issue. The FDA announced that the drugmaker Viatris is pulling a single lot of the extended-release (XR) 3-milligram tablets because they may not dissolve properly in the body. This could affect how the medication is absorbed and how well […]
04/10/2026
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By Zoey Sky
Nationwide recall of Raw Farm cheese amid E. coli outbreak highlights persistent raw milk debate
A dangerous E. coli outbreak has been linked to RAW FARM brand raw milk cheddar cheese, causing severe illness and hospitalizations, primarily in young children. RAW FARM resisted the recall, issuing it “under protest” after later tests failed to find E. coli, though health investigators traced the illnesses to the cheese. The outbreak reignites the debate on […]
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