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Pollutants in Californian Breast TissueLevels of flame retardant chemical pollutants (PBDE) in the tissues of women from around the world are compared.
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BPA Plastic and Male Sexual DysfunctionCanned foods and sliced turkey were found to be contaminated with the plastics chemical BPA, which has been linked to cardiovascular disease, diabetes, and erectile dysfunction.
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Pesticides in Chinese Bamboo ShootsCans of bamboo shoots imported from China may have concerning levels of pesticide contamination.
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President’s Cancer Panel Report on Environmental RiskThe official National Cancer Institute report on the "unacceptable" burden of cancer stemming from industrial chemical pollutants is strongly worded, but lacks sufficient dietary guidance.
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CDC Report on Environmental Chemical ExposureThe latest national survey on the levels of chemical pollutants such as heavy metals, toxic solvents, endocrine-disrupters, flame-retardant chemicals, PCBs, and pesticides such as DDT in the bodies..
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Saffron vs. ProzacA head-to-head test of the spice saffron versus Prozac for the treatment of clinical depression.
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Wake Up and Smell the SaffronEven the scent of the spice saffron may reduce stress hormone levels and ease the psychological symptoms of PMS.
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Saffron for the Treatment of PMSThe spice saffron appears to improve both the emotional and physical symptoms of premenstrual syndrome.
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Eating Green to Prevent CancerChlorophyll, the most ubiquitous plant pigment in the world, may protect our DNA against mutation by intercepting carcinogens.
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Bug Appétit: Barriers to EntomophagyConsumer acceptance is the main barrier to the consumption of edible insects.
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Good Grub: The Healthiest MeatOf all animals, the bodies of insects may have the lowest saturated fat content.
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Filled Full of LeadStandard rifle bullets disperse tiny lead fragments throughout the flesh of wild game, raising public health concerns about lead poisoning in those that consume venison, based on a study of..
