Sweetened beverages like juice and soda increase your risk for cancer, Alzheimer’s, type 2 diabetes, and cause widespread inflammation. But there are healthy alternatives to satisfy your craving.
Heavy drinking has been shown to significantly increase the risk of several forms of cancer, as well as heart disease, dementia, and depression (among other health issues). Drinking less can significantly mitigate those risks.
The antioxidants in tea can cut your risk for several types of cancer and help prevent a host of other health issues. Learn more about the wide-ranging benefits of regular tea drinking.
Filled with carcinogenic chemicals like formaldehyde, chemical hair straighteners can more than double your risk of some cancers. Even if you avoid the products, you may want to take further precautions.
PFAS, or “forever chemicals,” have been linked to multiple types of cancer and several serious health conditions. These chemicals are pervasive in the environment, but you can make simple changes to limit your exposure.
Endocrine disrupting chemicals interfere with many basic body functions and have been linked to multiple types of cancer as well as other health problems. They are present in plastics, personal products, textiles, and even drinking water, but there are ways to reduce your exposure.
