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Maybe you’ve heard about the increasing research that’s suggesting too much exposure to polyfluoroalkyl substances, or PFAS, could increase cancer risk and disrupt hormonal harmony. Meanwhile, another substance used in plastic packaging, bisphenol A or BPA, has been linked to high blood pressure, type 2 diabetes and heart disease, according to the Mayo Clinic.

This Food Packaging “Significantly” Produces Microplastics in Urine, Says New Research

A chemical found in rocket fuel, certain plastics and airbags is also prevalent in several food and grocery items, according to Consumer Reports. Tests by the advocacy group discovered that the chemical, known as perchlorate, was detected in measurable levels of 67% of 196 samples across 63 grocery and 10 fast food products. The levels ranged from just over two parts per billion (ppb) to 79 ppb.

Chemical found in rocket fuel detected in fruits, dairy and meat: Consumer Reports

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The highest levels of the chemical were found in popular baby and kid foods, which can lead to thyroid hormone issues, the report found.

Chemical used in rocket fuel, missiles found in various foods, including baby products, report finds

Washington, DC

The authors suggest that those who enjoy dark chocolate should consider limiting their intake to one ounce per day to remain cautious. A recent study from George Washington University reveals that a concerning percentage of cocoa products in the U.S. exceed heavy metal guidelines, with organic products showing even higher concentrations.

Concerning Findings: High Levels of Toxic Metals Found in Popular Chocolate Brands

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Medically reviewed by Barbie Cervoni, RDMedically reviewed by Barbie Cervoni, RDResearch continues to highlight the importance of staying hydrated for overall health. Water is essential for many body processes, including metabolism, temperature regulation, and blood circulation.Your daily hydration needs can vary based on your age, body weight, activity level, climate, and more. However, experts recommend the daily water intake should be around 3.7 liters (15.5 cups) for adult males and 2.7 liters (11.5 cups) for adult females.Plain water is the most accessible form of hydration, but it isn't everyone's first-choice beverage. Some other more flavorful drinks have uniquely hydrating properties...

13 Drinks To Keep You Hydrated

You wouldn't think that drinking water, one of the most basic human needs, could feel complicated. But with countless varieties of water — sparkling, alkaline, or sexy — gaining notoriety, and a constant stream of new products entering the already saturated market, it can be easy to overthink hydration. Electrolyte water in particular is one type of souped-up H2O that may have caught your eye, especially if you work out often and end up profusely drenched in sweat.

Is Electrolyte Water Actually Good For You?

After eight years of testing dark chocolate, a new study reveals many products were contaminated with lead and cadmium — two heavy metals toxic to human health. Organic chocolates were “significantly more likely” to have higher levels of both heavy metals than conventional options, researchers at George Washington University and ConsumerLab.com reported Wednesday in Frontiers in Nutrition.

Many dark chocolate products contain heavy metals, study finds. 1 type stood out

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A friend of mine swears one of the biggest reasons behind her 20-pound weight loss was her daily pickle juice habit. Well it wasn't a shock that pickle juice info started popping up when I was online so read them I did to learn more. According to the Very Well...

Why Some are Drinking a Glass of Pickle Juice Every Day

This content originally appeared on Everyday Health. Republished with permission. One of the easiest ways to improve your diet is to learn how to identify the most unhealthy foods to eat — and how to replace them with better options. However, viewing foods through a lens of “good” or...

The Top 10 Worst Foods to Eat

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There’s mounting evidence that artificial sweeteners may be linked to heart disease and other possible health risks. Scientists say the findings are far from definitive, however, with some leading researchers calling for better-designed clinical trials investigating the long-term health effects of sugar substitutes. That’s why, in separate trials, researchers...

Which artificial sweetener is the safest choice?

Missouri State

Food & Wine

Government cheese myths lie beneath the surface of Missouri cheese caves.

We May Have Solved the Missouri Cheese Cave Mystery

A recent study indicates that higher dietary tellurium levels, stemming from mining and manufacturing, are linked to increased blood pressure, though foods high in tellurium like cereals and legumes do not directly cause hypertension. Researchers stress the importance of monitoring tellurium in foods globally, given its potential role as a risk factor for hypertension.

Compound Found in Popular Foods Linked to High Blood Pressure

Feeling low on energy? One in five people report experiencing fatigue regularly. And it makes sense that in an effort to feel more energetic and hydrate at the same time, we might turn to coffee, energy drinks—or electrolyte beverages. Electrolyte drinks help replenish your body with important nutrients after...

The 7 Best Electrolyte Drinks for Hydration, According to a Dietitian

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Whether it's from a cow or a pea, there's a type to suit every need.

The Best Type Of Milk To Drink, Depending On Your Health Goals

Virginia State

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Kentucky Vibes.net

Disclaimer: This article was written with the help of A.I. software. On July 28, 2024, a TikTok video posted by Erica W., known as @tasteofmelanin on the platform, garnered significant attention after she exposed disturbing racist decorations in an Airbnb rental. The incident occurred in a rental property that Erica had booked, although the exact location remains unspecified. The video has since gone viral, prompting widespread concern and leading to the removal of the listing from Airbnb's platform.

Airbnb Listing Taken Down After Black Woman Finds Hanging Monkeys and Cotton Used As Decor

Medically reviewed by Kayla Girgen, RDMedically reviewed by Kayla Girgen, RDProtein and sodium play essential roles in health, but people have different requirements for these nutrients. For example, protein is necessary for muscle health maintenance, immune regulation, hormone production, and more, while sodium is needed for blood pressure control and the function of muscles and nerves.Most experts recommend that active people consume 1.2-2 grams of protein per kilogram (g/kg) (or 0.54 and 0.9 grams of protein per pound (g/lb)) daily for optimal health.The Daily Value (DV) for sodium is set at 2,300 milligrams (mg) per day, which is equal to...

The Best 25 High-Protein, Low-Sodium Snacks For Your Health

Medical News Today

Recent research suggests that consuming processed red meat is linked to a 14% increase in dementia risk. Replacing processed red meat with beans and nuts may help offset this risk increase, however.

Replacing processed red meat with beans and nuts may help lower dementia risk

Watermelon is a large, round, oval fruit with a green rind and juicy red or pink flesh. It has a sweet taste and may or may not have seeds, depending on the variety. Thanks to its high water content and abundance of health-promoting nutrients, watermelon not only quenches thirst but also can support weight maintenance, eye health, and muscle recovery.

7 Health Benefits of Watermelon

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Deer Isle, ME

Dreamy and remote, Deer Isle is home to some seriously good eating — thanks to one chef's vision.

Meet the Chef Turning a Tiny Town in Maine Into the Next Big Dining Destination

Ohio State

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The Lantern

On Tuesday, licensed Ohio dispensaries began legally selling non-medical marijuana to consumers; however, the drug’s possession, growth and/or usage are still prohibited on Ohio State’s campus. Credit: Jefferee Woo/Tampa Bay Times/TNS [Original caption: Four citizen-led petitions with proposals to update Dallas’ charter hit the 20,000 valid signature threshold to make it on the Nov. 5 election ballot, including one that would ban police officers from arresting or citing people carrying less than four ounces of marijuana.] As of Tuesday, students 21 and older can now legally purchase marijuana in Ohio.

Dispensary sales of recreational marijuana began Tuesday; possession and usage still prohibited on Ohio State’s campus

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A Chemical Compound Found in Rocket Fuel Is ‘Contaminating’ Our Food and Water, According to Consumer Reports

Baby food, in particular, had the highest levels of...

A Chemical Compound Found in Rocket Fuel Is ‘Contaminating’ Our Food and Water, According to Consumer Reports

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