News & Articles By Rhonda Johansson
11/15/2017
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By Rhonda Johansson
Toxic algal blooms can be easily eliminated by adding hydrogen peroxide to ocean water
A series of trials conducted at the Norfolk and Suffolk Broads National Park in the U.K. proved to be successful in eliminating golden algae (Prymnesium parvum) using only the common hair-bleaching agent, hydrogen peroxide. This is incredibly exciting news, especially for wildlife experts in Texas who have been battling the proliferation of the deadly algae […]
09/27/2017
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By Rhonda Johansson
Biodiversity results in healthier, more productive ecosystems and can even help guard against extreme weather
As our hearts and bodies unite in the collective experience of the recent hurricane disasters across our country and other weather disturbances around the globe, a small but enlightening study may provide insight to what we can do to thrive once again. A team of researchers from the Smithsonian have concluded that biodiversity directly impacts […]
09/21/2017
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By Rhonda Johansson
Antimicrobial chemicals in soap products found to permanently harm developing babies in utero
Triclocarban (TCC), the most common antibacterial chemical compound found in various personal care products such as soaps and lotions, can inadvertently be transferred from mother to child, inducing irreversible damage to the developing fetus. TCC was also noted to interfere with the lipid metabolism in the baby, which could potentially lead to growth abnormalities. While […]
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