Category Archives: Unsafe Things
FDA says BPA is SAFE!
Really? More than 100 studies have been done by government scientists that link BPA to cancers, diabetes, behavioural discorders and more and yet, the FDA says there is no cause for concern. FDA has drafted a report to present at their September meeting. They agree that small amounts of BPA transfer from container to food, but feel that the amount … Continue reading
Sodium Lauryl Sulfate
What the heck is this and why should I avoid it? We keep hearing SLS and that it’s bad, avoid it. But why? Sodium Lauryl Sulfate, and it’s relative Sodium Laureth Sulfate (SLES), is the chemical that causing the foaming action in soaps, shampoos and anywhere else you expect to see suds. Both are esters of sulfuric acid. These chemicals … Continue reading
Bad, bad Exxon
phthalates – plasticizers. They make hard plastic soft. They are bad, bad, bad for you health! Prolonged exposure could lead to health risks such as lung cancer, brain cancer, lymphomas, leukemia, and liver cirrhosis. Things we certainly wouldn’t subject our children to! Enter the Toy Safety Bill. The Senate has vote to ban phthalates from children’s toys. The House, however, … Continue reading
Children’s Animal Tracking Explorer Kit Recall
I just happened to see this recall while browsing around and decided to look more into it. Mindware is a company I rather like, they have some great things in their catalog that I would love to order. This kit is being recalled because it’s supposed to contain a packet of Plaster of Paris, however, that packet actually contains calcium … Continue reading
Tupperware admits to containing BPA
As a former consultant, I feel the need to get this out there. I have supported Tupperware for a long time, the majority of my kitchen is outfitted in Tupperware, but I’m slowly converting it. I just can not support a company that believes a harmful chemical is safe, a company that wouldn’t initially come clean about just what it’s … Continue reading