That retardants prevent fires is pure fiction. You might get about three extra seconds before your furniture ignites. What they can do is put you at unnecessarily high risk for thyroid disease and cancer because of the toxic load you carry from near constant exposure in things you come in contact with daily…

You’ve probably heard that hard water (due to a high mineral content) is hard on your pipes, but it’s also hard on your skin. A lot of it has to do with pH. The pH of your skin is typically acidic, but hard water has an alkaline pH. As a result, hard water interferes with your skin’s natural pH, which makes your skin susceptible to bacteria and infection.

Good hygiene is essential to good health… That’s why you shower, brush your teeth, wash your clothes and keep your house clean. You’re getting rid of bacteria that have the potential to harm you. Unfortunately, your energy and your health are going down the drain with them…

The amount of money we spend on germ-killing cleaning supplies reveals how we feel about bacteria. But are antibacterials a good thing? We like to stay clean but antibacterials may not be a clear-cut solution to cleanliness…

I have a confession. I’m a television addict. I don’t even have cable but I still manage to watch too much. Everyone says this is a golden age of television. Too bad it’s killing me. But television itself isn’t inherently dangerous. What’s really going on?

There’s a simple health habit that takes 20 seconds to perform but provides health protection 24/7. And it will make you the toast of the office because, let’s face it, no one likes that co-worker who sneezes into their hands and spreads their germs all around the office — especially during cold and flu season.

Did you know that pesticides, poop and people have likely touched your produce? Here are 3 steps for getting fruits and veggies safe and ready for consumption.

You do everything to stay healthy. You eat well, exercise and take your vitamins. But did you know ordinary items lying around your house could be sabotaging your efforts and setting you up for cancer?

Shoes can make quite a fashion statement, but stylish footwear can cause serious pain. Flats can cause painful problems just as much as high heels. But there are some common sense ways to give up the pain…

Most modern warm-up exercises only focus on the muscles and joints. But this ancient exercise of simple stretches can relax your body, stretch your muscles, elongate your spine and invigorate your energy.

As summer weather heats up, daily activities can feel like extreme sports — even if you’re just driving to the store. With record-breaking temperatures, it’s definitely a season with its own unique health risks. Here are some major summer health pitfalls, and how to avoid them.

Antibacterial soap has a dirty little secret… it contains chemicals that increase the risk of infection, disrupt hormones, cause cancer, liver fibrosis and more. But, fortunately for you, the secret’s out.