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Synthetic Socks Health Risks: Toxins, Effects & Safer Options

Synthetic socks, made from polyester, nylon, and spandex, contain toxic chemicals like BPA, phthalates, PFAS, and disperse dyes, posing health risks through skin contact. These substances can cause allergic reactions, itchy skin, eczema, and fungal infections like athlete’s foot. Long-term exposure may lead to endocrine disruption, affecting hormones and increasing risks of infertility, obesity, type […]

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Chemicals in Tap Water: Contaminants, Risks, & Solutions

Tap water often contains chemicals like chlorine, fluoride, lead, arsenic, nitrates, and PFAS, which come from agricultural runoff, industrial discharge, and aging pipes. These contaminants can cause health issues, including cancer, neurological damage, and hormonal disruption, especially in children and pregnant women. The EPA regulates water quality under the Safe Drinking Water Act, but outdated […]

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Oat Milk: Mostly Water, PFAs, and Contaminants Exposed

Oat milk has surged in popularity as a creamy, versatile plant-based milk, celebrated as a sustainable dairy alternative that caters to vegans, lactose-intolerant individuals, and environmentally conscious consumers alike. With its smooth texture and subtle sweetness, it’s become a staple in coffee shops, kitchens, and grocery aisles. However, beneath the frothy surface lies a complex […]

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Why is Filtered Water Not Pure? | Q&A

Filtered water is not pure because it may still contain trace amounts of impurities such as microplastics, PFAS (per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances), and fluoride. Long answer: Filtered water undergoes a process to remove various impurities and contaminants, making it safer and more pleasant to drink than untreated water. However, achieving absolute purity is challenging due […]

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Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS)

PFAS stands for per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances, a group of man-made chemicals that are commonly used in a variety of industrial and consumer products for their water and stain-resistant properties. They are known to be persistent in the environment and can accumulate in human and animal tissue over time, potentially causing adverse health effects. PFAS […]