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‘Ubiquitous’ flame retardants are linked to higher heart disease risks, major review finds

Flame-retardant chemicals widely used in sofas, mattresses, electronics, textiles, and other products are increasingly linked to cardiovascular disease risk and other serious health problems, according to a sweeping scientific review.

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Ultra-processed foods tied to cancer, diabetes, dementia, depression, early death

Some ultra-processed foods are as addictive as cigarettes and cocaine

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Unhealthy food makers target youth with pervasive ads that fuel long-term health risks

Authors

Karolina Corin

Pamela Ferdinand

Natasha Gilbert

Lewis Kamb

Stacy Malkan

Hana Mensendiek

Becky Morrison

Gary Ruskin

Sainath Suryanarayanan

Timothy Wise

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Glyphosate is the most widely used herbicide worldwide. It is linked to cancer, liver and kidney disease, endocrine disruption, neurotoxicity and many other health concerns. First patented by the Monsanto Company, glyphosate is now manufactured and sold by many companies in hundreds of products. It is best known as the active ingredient in Roundup-branded herbicides, … Glyphosate: Cancer, liver disease, endocrine disruption and other health concerns

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