When ‘Anti-Bacterial’ soaps came on the market, the additional ingredient was triclosan. It was first created for hospital use but quickly spread to the mass market for use in: antibacterial soaps and shampoos (Dial, Softsoap, Clerasil…) skin cleansing wipes (SaniCart) toothpaste (Colgate Total…) deodorants (Old Spice, Right Guard…) shaving gels (Gilette…) childrens toys (Playskool…) brake fluids (STP, Valvoline, Penzzoil…) antibacterial …
Myth: Sugar Feeds Cancer Cells
“Sugar does not feed cancer cells any differently than it feeds healthy cells,” says Amanda Bontempo, a nutritionist and registered dietitian. Every cell in our body needs glucose (sugar) to survive, cancer cells and healthy cells alike. If we removed all sugar and carbohydrates from our diets, our bodies will naturally create sugar from protein and fat. However, excess added sugar may increase …
HPV16: Increased Risk with Tobacco Use
The numbers of HPV16 cancers have increased 225% in the United States over the past two decades. An October 2014 study by Johns Hopkins researchers, shows an increased risk with tobacco use in any form including second hand smoke of the serious strain of the HPV16 virus in the throat and mouth. The study detected the virus with a 30-second …
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The E-Cig Controversy: Where Do You Stand?
The colorful, fruity, sweet and candy-named flavors of e-cigs are aimed at children and could lure them to a nicotine habit when they otherwise wouldn’t choose to smoke. The Vermont House committee has four bills on the table: Raising the minimum age for buying tobacco products from 18 to 21 Taxing e-cigarettes like other tobacco products (92% of wholesale price) Prohibiting …