A California study shows that the most commonly produced plastics that are littered in the environment are also the ones that absorb the most chemicals, a finding that poses a greater risk for marine animals and those that eat them. The absorption ability of these plastics continued for longer periods of time than previously thought. [...]
Senses Detect What Chemical Tests Can’t
September 26, 2012 By 1 Comment
When it comes to olive oil, it seems as though the nose and taste buds can do a better job evaluating quality than U.S. chemical tests. The University of California, Davis, conducted a study that found that some olive oils sold to the food industry were described as “lamp oil” or were diluted with cheaper [...]
Common Chemical Disrupts Muscle Function
August 16, 2012 By Leave a Comment
BPA. Phthalates. Now, there’s some concern over triclosan, an antibacterial chemical widely used in hand soaps and other personal care products that could disrupt muscle contraction. Researchers at the University of California, Davis and the University of Colorado have found that the chemical impairs heart and muscle activity and strength. Their findings appear online in [...]
