This beloved Thanksgiving food staple is banned in other countries because of 2 ingredients linked to cancer

This beloved Thanksgiving food staple is banned in other countries because of 2 ingredients linked to cancer

A popular Thanksgiving side dish that’s served in millions of homes every year is banned across Europe — and not because Europeans are just so jealous of our tasty holiday spread. Stove Top Stuffing, the instant boxed mix that’s cemented itself as a must-have accompaniment for turkey, contains two ingredients that are off limits in … Read more

Is American food really unhealthier? How pasta sauce, peanut butter and even Big Macs stack up to their British counterparts

Is American food really unhealthier? How pasta sauce, peanut butter and even Big Macs stack up to their British counterparts

So much for happy meals. The quality of ultraprocessed American fare — especially President-elect Donald Trump’s beloved Big Macs — is receiving new scrutiny thanks to Trump’s nomination of Robert F. Kennedy Jr. to lead the Department of Health and Human Services. Kennedy has made headlines for calling legal food additives “poison” and criticizing the … Read more

‘Mystery’ chemical found in millions of Americans’ tap water could be toxic: ‘Good reason to investigate’

‘Mystery’ chemical found in millions of Americans’ tap water could be toxic: ‘Good reason to investigate’

Researchers say they have identified a previously unknown, potentially toxic chemical in the treated drinking water consumed by millions of Americans. Chloronitramide anion is a byproduct of the decomposition of chloramine, which is used by treatment plants to disinfect drinking water and kill diseases like cholera and typhoid fever. After eluding them for years, researchers … Read more

Too much ‘PM2.5’ can cause coughing, bronchitis, and even cancer — how to get it out of your home

Too much ‘PM2.5’ can cause coughing, bronchitis, and even cancer — how to get it out of your home

Dust can be deadly. Commonly comprised of dirt, pollen, skin cells, insects, pet dander, mold spores, bacteria, mycotoxins, dust mites, their refuse, and other such flotsam and jetsam, the buildup of indoor and outdoor particles is not just a nasty sight. Experts say some dust can be downright dangerous. Experts have linked exposure to dust … Read more

See which 17 brands made ‘Toxic Hall of Shame’ for using ‘dangerous’ chemicals — Chipotle, Trader Joe’s get Fs on report card

See which 17 brands made ‘Toxic Hall of Shame’ for using ‘dangerous’ chemicals — Chipotle, Trader Joe’s get Fs on report card

Is your favorite retailer failing you? A new report by Toxic-Free Future, a nonprofit consumer product safety organization, revealed that most retailers in the United States and Canada are falling short when it comes to ensuring that the products they sell are made with the safest chemicals and materials on the market. So how did … Read more

This common lawn care staple may increase prostate cancer risk — after company was ordered to pay $2.25 billion

This common lawn care staple may increase prostate cancer risk — after company was ordered to pay .25 billion

More than a dozen chemicals used in popular weed killers like Roundup could be raising the risk of prostate cancer, shocking new research has revealed. In a report published in the journal Cancer, researchers analyzed 300 pesticides and found that 22 were directly linked to the development of prostate cancer, and four were shown to increase … Read more

I’m a doctor — these are the 3 worst chemicals in your food that could damage your health

I’m a doctor — these are the 3 worst chemicals in your food that could damage your health

Consumers must beware of an unholy trinity of food additives, according to this expert. California gastroenterologist Dr. Saurabh Sethi has taken to TikTok to call out three potentially carcinogenic chemicals found in many processed foods sold in the U.S. His warning comes as more than 1,000 cereal lovers and health activists marched on Kellogg’s Michigan headquarters earlier this month, … Read more

Your acne cream may contain ‘unacceptably high levels’ of a cancer-causing chemical

Your acne cream may contain ‘unacceptably high levels’ of a cancer-causing chemical

Another blemish on their record? A new analysis has once again found that dozens of popular acne creams and cleansers contain “unacceptably high levels” of a cancer-causing chemical. Professors from Yale and Long Island universities and a team from Valisure, a Connecticut-based laboratory, tested 111 benzoyl peroxide (BPO) acne products, including Proactiv and Clearasil. A … Read more

Halloween costumes could be exposing children to harmful toxins

Halloween costumes could be exposing children to harmful toxins

It isn’t the sugar that will haunt kids trick-or-treating. The most terrifying part of Halloween costumes aren’t the spooky masks or faux gore — it’s the materials that should make you jump out of your skin. The polyester throw-away costumes, designed to only be worn one time, could be exposing kids to toxins that have … Read more

I’m a doctor — stop making these 3 dangerous laundry mistakes

I’m a doctor — stop making these 3 dangerous laundry mistakes

New York Post may be compensated and/or receive an affiliate commission if you buy through our links. He’s airing out your dirty laundry. Dr. Charles Puza, a board-certified NYC dermatologist, is sharing the three laundry mistakes that may be harming your skin. He advises against wearing clothes that you haven’t washed, using fabric softener and … Read more

Hundreds of chemicals linked to breast cancer found in food packaging, alarming new study reveals 

Hundreds of chemicals linked to breast cancer found in food packaging, alarming new study reveals 

A shocking new study found that nearly 200 chemicals linked to breast cancer are being used in food packaging, and, worse yet, dozens of the carcinogens can find their way into the body. “There is strong evidence that 76 known or potential breast carcinogens from food contact materials recently purchased all over the world can … Read more

Trojan condoms contain toxic ‘forever chemicals’ linked to cancer: lawsuit

Trojan condoms contain toxic ‘forever chemicals’ linked to cancer: lawsuit

A new lawsuit on Monday claims that Trojan condoms are not safe because they contain toxic “forever chemicals,” which have been linked to cancer. In a proposed class action filed in Manhattan federal court, the plaintiff Matthew Goodman said Church & Dwight’s products, advertised as “America’s #1 Condom,” are unfit for their intended purpose because they contain per- … Read more

Alarming ‘fashion braces’ trend leads to warning from health experts: ‘Don’t DIY’

Alarming ‘fashion braces’ trend leads to warning from health experts: ‘Don’t DIY’

They’re trying to set these DIYers straight. Dental experts are advising against fake, decorative braces applied at home — also known as “fashion braces” — because the unnecessary heavy metal can cause painful tooth damage, detrimental misalignment or oral infections. “Tooth enamel does not grow back,” Dr. Samuel Lee, an orthodontist based in Southern California, … Read more

You’re eating apples wrong — washing fruit does not remove pesticides, study finds

You’re eating apples wrong — washing fruit does not remove pesticides, study finds

An apple a day … could be filling your body with pesticides. A new study suggests that washing fruit, a precautionary measure taken by many consumers, is not enough to remove toxic chemicals and pesticide residue. Published on Wednesday in the American Chemical Society’s journal Nano Letters, the study adds fresh intel to the debate … Read more

What is ‘Teflon flu’? Everything to know about the illness you can get in your kitchen

What is ‘Teflon flu’? Everything to know about the illness you can get in your kitchen

You don’t want to be stuck with this. Last year, US poison centers reported 267 suspected cases of polymer fume fever, a rare, flu-like illness from inhaling fumes from an overheated nonstick pan. Also known as “Teflon flu,” a nod to the trademarked name of the popular nonstick coating, the 2023 cases are believed to … Read more

The 28 sodas, juices and other drinks recalled by the FDA over harmful chemicals revealed

The 28 sodas, juices and other drinks recalled by the FDA over harmful chemicals revealed

Think before you drink.  The FDA has recalled 28 beverages so far in 2024, The Daily Mail reported. All but four of the drinks were recalled because they had drugs, bacteria or harmful chemicals in them that the company didn’t disclose. The recalled drinks include a pain-relieving tea called Himalayan pain relief tea, which didn’t … Read more

Chemicals from car tires are in leafy greens: study

Chemicals from car tires are in leafy greens: study

This study might make you want to push the brakes on filling your plate with heaps of certain veggies. Chemical additives from car tires have ended up in leafy greens, according to a new study.  Researchers at the Center for Microbiology and Environmental Systems Science at the University of Vienna and the Hebrew University of … Read more

The 11 workers most at risk for developing asthma — did your job make the list?

The 11 workers most at risk for developing asthma — did your job make the list?

They want to clear the air. A law firm that specializes in industrial disease cases is revealing the 11 types of employees it claims are at higher risk for asthma due to frequent exposure to irritants — including hairdressers, animal handlers, metal workers, and carpet makers. Over 22 million American adults have asthma — about … Read more

Eating lots of seafood might expose you to PFAS

Eating lots of seafood might expose you to PFAS

Time to scale back on the fish. People who frequently eat seafood might have an increased risk of exposure to so-called “forever chemicals.” The toxic chemicals, referred to as PFAS, made headlines earlier this week when the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) introduced the first national restrictions around levels in drinking water. But experts are now … Read more

Beloved lunch staple ‘should not be allowed on menu’ in schools due to ‘concerning’ chemicals: watchdog

Beloved lunch staple ‘should not be allowed on menu’ in schools due to ‘concerning’ chemicals: watchdog

They’re acting salty. Lunchables should be banned from school lunchrooms, according to Consumer Reports. The prominent advocacy organization is petitioning the USDA on grounds that sodium counts in the fun-to-eat meal kits is simply too high for tykes, among other safety concerns. Ban the sodium-packed meal kits aimed at kids from school lunchrooms, Consumer Reports … Read more