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Pesticides that are part of the family of toxic “ forever chemicals” known as PFAS contaminate surface water and sediment in agricultural areas across California, an EWG analysis finds. PFAS...

The farm bill is one of the most important pieces of legislation most of us have never heard of – and Congress is negotiating it right now. This sweeping bill affects everyone, even those who have...

For the first time in over 25 years, the Food and Drug Administration is proposing to approve a new sunscreen ultraviolet, or UV, filter for the U.S. market: bemotrizinol , or BEMT. It’s a UV filter...

School’s almost out, and kids will soon be enjoying their favorite part of the year – summer vacation. Whether that means beach trips, summer camp or making memories with other neighborhood kids, they...

“Do I have PFAS in my tap water? How can I get rid of PFAS in drinking water?” If you’re asking these questions, you’re not alone. The Environmental Protection Agency formally proposed to undo...

Protein used to be the domain of bodybuilders and fitness fanatics. Now it’s everywhere: high-protein claims on Doritos chips , Dunkin’ Donuts lattes , breakfast toaster pastries and even pints of ice...

In a page straight out of the industry playbook, a powerful group of U.S. food companies has funded a “study” claiming consumers will pay more if harmful chemicals are labeled or banned.

The agricultural chemical paraquat – potentially fatal, if ingested – stands out as one of the pesticides that are most urgent to ban. California regulators are weighing whether to prohibit paraquat...

Tanning beds can increase the risk of skin cancer, and the Food and Drug Administration has long warned that children and teens should never use them. Yet the agency has quietly killed a rule that...

Crafting the perfect look for any occasion takes laser-like focus, patience and the right products. The last thing on your mind should be whether a product is safe to use. When you're getting ready...

More than a dozen states have enacted laws to protect consumers from harmful food chemicals and ultra-processed foods. Your favorite food brands may be tied up in efforts to erase them. A draft bill...

Americans spend billions of dollars on hair care products every year, with growing demand for those marketed as “clean,” “natural” or “free from” harmful chemicals. But a new study finds the claims...

Next week, House lawmakers will vote on the farm bill, which sets food and farm policy. The partisan House farm bill proposed by Agriculture Committee Republicans would fail to help family farmers...

Avoid or limit foods containing sucralose. Artificial sweeteners such as sucralose may increase risk of Type 2 diabetes, cardiovascular disease and mortality in adults, as well as preterm birth...

Avoid or limit foods containing the preservative TBHQ. Some animal studies have associated TBHQ with immune dysfunction, including potentially impairing the body’s ability to regulate inflammation and...

As the world’s fourth largest economy, California doesn’t just pass laws, it helps reshape the American marketplace. With the Sacramento legislative session in full swing, EWG is sponsoring five...

With everything from groceries to gas getting pricier, monthly expenses can feel even more daunting. But with spring bringing warmer weather , there are five steps to consider that may help lower...

While scientists are still uncovering information about microplastics and their potential to affect human health, one thing is certain: They’re making their way into our bodies. EWG recently reviewed...

Evidence keeps mounting about the health risks of common food chemicals. At the same time, Americans are waking up to the fact that the federal government not only doesn’t vet the chemicals used in...