List/Grid Tag Archives: FDA
The “Just Label It” Campaign
EarthTalk® E – The Environmental Magazine Dear EarthTalk: Can you fill me in on what the “Just Label It” campaign is and what it is trying to accomplish? …
Demystifying the Bathroom Counter
Dear EarthTalk: I know that there are many issues with personal care products being unsafe for our health, but where do I look to find out what’s safe and what’s…
(Healthfully) Color Your World
Dear EarthTalk: Ever since the red dye #2 scare in the 1970s I’ve been wary of using food colorings or buying food that appears to contain them. Are there natural…
Can Echinacea Save You From The Common Cold?
Dear EarthTalk: What’s the story with Echinacea? Many herb teas contain it, and many people swear by it as a cold remedy. But I’ve also seen headlines saying that the…
FDA issues new sunscreen rules, but are they helpful?
Though summer may be coming to a close, it’s still important to give consideration to your sunscreen choices. This past June, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) announced that…
Are kids’ temporary tattoos safe?
EarthTalk® E – The Environmental Magazine Dear EarthTalk: My daughter loves those press-on tattoos, and they’re frequently given out at birthday parties and other events. But I’ve noticed the labels…