Acetaminophen causes liver damage in 2 weeks

June 12, 2009 by admin  
Filed under Diet, Supplements, digestive health, drugs

tylenolThe fact that acetaminophen causes liver damage is nothing new. But a study shows that the drug can cause liver damage in as little as two weeks.

We all know acetaminophen causes liver damage. Over a long period of time, though, right? Nothing to worry about if you’re taking it for a brief time…

Say, for a couple of weeks. No problem…right?

Wrong. Read more

Spray Tan Dangers

March 2, 2009 by admin  
Filed under Uncategorized

 Even the FDA believes spray tans are dangerous — although you most likely have never heard that. If you go to a spray tanning salon, you are likely to be told that the treatment is completely safe and has the full backing of the U.S. government.

In fact, the spray tan solution, DHA, contains lead, mercury and arsenic. In the 1970’s the U.S. government approved DHA for bronzers intended to be rubbed on your skin — but it has not specifically approved its use in spray tan booths. When it is inhaled or sprayed onto the porous mucous membranes of your body, it can enter your bloodstream, leading federal regulators to call the procedure “unsafe”.

DHA has been known to cause coughing, difficulty breathing, fainting, and dizziness. The greatest danger comes if you undergo the procedure without protecting your eyes, nose and mouth.

Some of the adverse reactions from spray tanning received by the FDA from consumers include:  Read more