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Only 1 in 4 sunscreens offers protection without 'worrisome' chemicals, says new report. Here's why dermatologists aren't concerned.
How concerned should you be about chemicals in sunscreen? Here's what dermatologists have to say. Plus, four factors to consider when choosing sunscreen.
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New study finds cancer-causing chemicals in tap water
A new Environmental Working Group study says there are contaminants in drinking water that could increase the risk of cancer.
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Teflon — the stuff in your nonstick pan — was found in 66 of your favorite beauty products
Teflon is in a class of fluorinated chemicals called per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFASs), which have been linked to cancer, thyroid disease, and reduced effectiveness of childhood vaccines.
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This Is Exactly What’s in Your Drinking Water
The Environmental Working Group has put together a new database to help you find out what’s in your tap water and how to deal with contaminants.
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Is Lipstick Toxic? Gwyneth Paltrow Thinks So
“Women have been exposed to toxic chemicals in cosmetics for far too long — it’s time to take action,” tweeted Paltrow, an actress who has made clean living part of her mission, both through her wide-reaching lifestyle brand, Goop, and through Juice Organics, of which she is the makeup’s creative director.
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This Is the Most Pesticide-Laden Fruit You Can Buy
For the past five years, the apple has bested all other fruits and vegetables as the most toxic produce selection on the market. However, according to EWG’s 2016 Dirty Dozen report, which measures the levels of pesticides on American produce each year, a new fruit is taking the title.