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Nutrition Myths Busted

Are low fat and diet foods are good for you?

Here's why low-fat and diet foods are not beneficial as they claim to be, and what you can do instead is nourish your body more effectively.

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Health and Beauty

You should think about replacing your dryer sheets

Many of us toss a dryer sheet into the laundry without a second thought, lured by the promise of soft, fresh-smelling clothes. But what if that small convenience came with hidden health risks?

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Clean Living

EPA issues stop use order for pesticide Dacthal

This is huge! DCPA has been commonly used on crops like broccoli, Brussels sprouts, collard greens, kale, cabbage, mustard greens, and onions. On August 6, 2024, the EPA took the rare step of issuing an emergency order to stop using dimethyl tetrachloroterephthalate (DCPA or Dacthal) due to severe risks to unborn babies.

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Book/Movie Review

Dark Waters

Dark Waters is more than just a movie; it's a haunting exploration of the devastating impact of environmental pollution and the lengths powerful corporations will go to cover their tracks.

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Mindful Movements

The benefits of lifting weights for mature women

According to research, after the age of 30, we can lose as much as 3-8% of our muscle mass per decade, and this rate increases after 60.

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