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Have you ever reached for a bag of “light” potato chips, thinking you were making a healthier choice? If so, there’s a chance you may have encountered Olestra, a fat …

I watched as my friend’s face visibly fell and I could almost feel the dreadful feeling in the pit of her stomach that I knew she felt every time she …

In a world where health-conscious consumers are increasingly wary of artificial ingredients, “natural additives” often seem like a safer alternative. However, not all that glitters is gold—especially when it comes …

Titanium dioxide (TiO2) is a white pigment commonly found in a variety of products, from paints to cosmetics and, alarmingly, many everyday food items. Its widespread use in the food …

As we delve further into our mini-series on food additives, one particular substance has generated significant controversy: potassium bromate. This chemical compound, frequently hidden in the ingredient lists of seemingly …

I recently had the opportunity to interview New York City real estate broker Ellen Silverman.  In her childhood, Ellen didn’t envision anything in particular for herself career-wise. She grew up …

In the modern world, we often think we’re doing our best to make informed choices for our health. Yet, lurking within the everyday items we use is a chemical that …

In a striking revelation from a recent study conducted by Purdue University, alarming levels of glyphosate and heavy metals have been detected in some of the most beloved snack foods, …

Within a few weeks of being hired into the CIA, I realized I wanted to work for myself, unchained by office drama and cubicle warfare.  I didn’t know how I …

In our quest for convenience, many of us have unknowingly incorporated a potentially harmful ingredient into our diets: tert-butylhydroquinone, commonly known as TBHQ. This chemical preservative is found in a …