So called ‘Forever chemicals’ or PFAS can penetrate the skin new research has found, suggesting a new pathway for this vast group of chemicals to enter into the bloodstream. PFAS are a large group of 9,000 chemical substances which have a carbon- fluorine bond that is extremely hard to break. They persist for a … Continued
Glyphosate has been detected in 56% of seminal fluid collected in a French infertility clinic. Researchers went on to find a positive correlation between glyphosate levels in seminal plasma and raised oxidative stress, which is known to be a crucial factor in male fertility. Oxidative stress plays a key role in sperm mobility and function. … Continued
The success of IVF may be influenced by the quality of air at the time when eggs are harvested for fertilisation new research finds. Exposure to particulate matter in ambient air was associated with significantly lower live births according to research carried out over an 8 year period in Perth, Australia. More than 3600 IVF transfers … Continued
What would you do if you discovered that a ‘natural’ skincare brand you trust was using an ingredient that’s known to have carcinogenic effects? Some of us click on products online and read the reviews, thinking, “this will do for me!” Sometimes we order it without giving much thought to the ingredients, we’re sold … Continued
We consume a whopping 80m+ tonnes of strawberries in the UK each year. Many of us love them because their sweet flavour is synonymous with summertime, and they are a source of Vitamin C, important for our immune system health. Along with other soft fruits such as raspberries and blueberries, strawberries are a rich source … Continued
We usually place our trust in manufacturers to make toys that are safe for infants and children to play with, but in 2022 toys were top of the list of dangerous product alerts in the European Union – a staggering 22% of all safety alerts were for toys. A survey carried out by the British … Continued
In June CRUK published their finding that cancer rates have risen by 22% in people aged between 25 and 49 years of age over the years between the 1990’s and 2018. It represents an unexpected rise, and larger than any seen in other age groups. The trend suggests that more younger adults may be getting … Continued
Microfibres are microplastics measuring 5mm or less that are shed from clothing during wear and washing. Known as ‘secondary’ microplastics they are the result of primary plastic fibres breaking down. Synthetic fibres are made from chemicals to form plastic-like materials frequently used in everyday clothing, sports apparel, and period pants. The extent to which … Continued
This half term sees the return of National Children’s Gardening Week which aims to help children to have fun in the garden and learn how to carry out simple, quick gardening projects. As summer approaches there’s never been a better time to get children out into the garden and outdoor spaces. Spending time in green spaces … Continued
Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFASs) are a group of 16,000 chemical substances with strong carbon-fluorine bonds that are extremely hard to break. They persist for hundreds of years or longer, so they are known as ‘Forever chemicals’. They are used for their water, non-stick, and stain resistance properties so many items in daily use that … Continued
