Researchers at the University of Central Florida (UCF) in Orlando say a preservative found in many packaged and processed foods like certain cheeses and baked goods may be linked to the rising rate of autism in the United States. In a recent study, the scientists at UCF “exposed human neural stem cells to high levels of the food preservative … [Read more...]

Once thought to be safe, or, at least, safer than traditional cigarettes, electronic cigarettes (e-cigs) have become alarmingly popular, especially with teenagers. Now, more and more evidence is showing that e-cigs are not safe at all, and that they carry many of the same harmful effects as tobacco and many additional health risks not seen with … [Read more...]

E-cigarettes, also known as vaping devices, were introduced on the market roughly 15 years ago as a “safer alternative” to traditional cigarettes. Even though very few studies have been conducted since their release that support the theory that they’re safer than cigarettes, e-cigarettes have skyrocketed in popularity – especially among young … [Read more...]