Phthalates, endocrine-disrupting chemicals found in many products, are linked to serious health issues like cancer, infertility, and impaired brain development. Black and Latinx women, especially hairstylists, face higher exposure due to frequent use of hair products like relaxers. A recent study found phthalate levels 10 times higher in these workers than in office staff. Poor regulation and hidden ingredients in salon products worsen the risk, especially during pregnancy.

Once hailed by fashion icons like Karl Lagerfeld and Jean Paul Gaultier, aspartame has a dark past. 🕵️‍♀️ Discovered in 1965, it took nearly 20 years to hit the shelves, shadowed by scandals, seizures in lab animals, and corruption. 😳 Its breakdown products—phenylalanine, aspartic acid, and methanol—are linked to brain damage, tumors, and more. Yet, it’s still in 5,000+ products. Politics over health? You decide. ⚠️🥤

A study found that switching to an organic diet reduced glyphosate levels by over 70% in adults and children within six days. Glyphosate, a widely used herbicide linked to cancer and hormone disruption, was detected in nearly all participants. While organic eating significantly lowers exposure, environmental contamination means some residue remains. The study highlights the urgent need for safer farming practices and stricter regulations.