Recent studies have highlighted the widespread presence of phthalates, toxic chemicals used in plastics, in the U.S. food supply, prompting concerns about potential health risks and sparking interest in strategies to reduce dietary exposure to these compounds.

Recent studies have uncovered a potential link between prenatal exposure to bisphenol A (BPA), a common chemical found in plastics, and an increased risk of autism spectrum disorder (ASD), particularly in male offspring. According to research from The Florey Institute, higher levels of BPA in pregnant mothers were associated with a greater likelihood of autism-related behaviors and diagnoses in their sons, highlighting the importance of understanding and potentially minimizing BPA exposure...

Scientists at McMaster University have identified a crucial role played by intestinal cells in the early stages of gluten intolerance, shedding new light on the mechanisms behind this complex condition and potentially paving the way for novel therapeutic approaches beyond the current gluten-free diet treatment.

According to experts, cold weather alone doesn't directly cause illness, but it can increase the likelihood of getting sick. As reported by the American Heart Association, cold temperatures may allow viruses to survive and reproduce more easily, while also driving people indoors where infections can spread more readily in close quarters.