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As if parents didn't have enough to worry about. By now, anyone with kids has heard of bisphenol A, the nasty lil chemical known as BPA, and many vigilantly avoid the offending ingredient using only BPA-free products for anything tot related. Yet BPA isn't the only toxin that keeping parents on their toes. The health concerns associated with triclosan — found in everything from soap to toys to Read more
It's a grimy world out there, but are we fighting bacteria too hard? According to a new study, overuse of antibacterial products can hurt the immune system. Researchers compared triclosan and BPA antibody levels to allergies or hay fever cases in a sample of US adults and children over age six. Children and teens overexposed to triclosan, an ingredient found in many antibacterial products, were Read more
Not too long ago, the Canadian Medical Association proposed a ban on triclosan, an ingredient found in many antibacterial products that is used to stop the growth of bacteria. Now, the FDA has issued a consumer update, acknowledging that safety concerns over the ingredient warranted a review. The report acknowledges that triclosan is not known to be a hazard to humans, but following new Read more
If you're a big believer in antibacterial cleansers, the clearer skin you're seeing may just be from the placebo effect — and it could also be bad for your health. In light of recent health and safety questions about triclosan, the ingredient that gives most cleansers their antimicrobial properties, the FDA is now concerned it may be an endocrine disruptor. This news comes on the heels of a Read more
Antibacterial products are everywhere right now, thanks to continuing swine-flu fears. But earlier research indicates that antibacterial products containing triclosan aren't any better at killing bacteria than regular soap. Now, the Canadian Medical Association is proposing a ban on antibacterial products on the grounds that they actually promote more bacteria. The culprit? Triclosan, the active Read more
When buying products, reading labels may be one of the best ways to figure out if something contains chemicals that you'd rather not be exposed to. But a study released today found chemicals that may increase your risk of developing cancer or disrupt reproduction in many products, and many of those chemicals weren't listed on product labels. The study, partly funded by the US Centers for Disease Read more
Give your lil one the first birthday party of his dreams! A pregnant bikini contest? Yup, it's been done! Is triclosan the next BPA? H&M's new collection benefiting UNICEF is full of must-have pieces! Read between the lines! These kids books are more than just light bedtime fare. Be inspired by the latest Restoration Hardware Baby & Child catalog. We love the creativity in these Read more
