mercury
04/17/2018
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By Jessica Dolores
Methylmercury measured in rice-based infant cereal; infant daily dietary intake estimation of methylmercury
Large amounts of methylmercury (MeHG) in rice-based infant cereal can create developmental issues in babies and children. This is the finding of a recent research published in ACS’ Journal of Agricultural and Food Chemistry. The research team studied 119 samples of infant cereals using a variety of grains bought from various regions in the U.S. and China. Rice cereals […]
02/04/2018
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By Isabelle Z.
Mercury pollution in the Great Lakes: A look at how it impacts fish and what must be done to make them safe to eat
With ongoing advisories about toxic fish and warnings to limit consumption, there is no doubt that mercury pollution is a serious problem in the Great Lakes. For many years, the levels of mercury in the fish there dropped as regulations on area factories tightened, but levels have started to rise to concerning heights once again […]
01/24/2018
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By Isabelle Z.
Going gluten-free: More fat, sugar and arsenic, less protein and fiber – all for 160% more money
Grocery stores are full of products proclaiming their gluten-free status, and this has prompted many people to believe that this is somehow a desirable quality from a health standpoint. While that’s certainly the case if you have a true allergy to gluten in the form of Celiac disease, it’s important that you don’t get caught […]
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