The dangerous effects of asbestos have become common knowledge in recent years. Being a fibrous material, the greatest risk associated with asbestos is breathing in the tiny fibers it is composed of. These tiny fibers can become lodged in the lungs and cause serious health reactions. Due to the heat and fire resistant qualities of [...]

A few months ago I read the book, “Fasting and Eating for Health: A Medical Doctor’s Program For Conquering Disease” by Joel Fuhrman, M.D., which led to my decision to engage in a 7-day water only fast. If I were to pick one passage in the book which inspired me to do a fast it [...]

Lead aprons protect the technicians’ as well as patients’ organs and glands during exposure to medical radiation such as X-Rays. Under OSHA regulations, each organization must regularly inspect their lead aprons for cracks and tears to prevent X-ray exposure. Like any regulated heavy metal, disposal of lead aprons can be complicated and time consuming. Companies [...]

The U.S. EPA and the municipal water treatment facilities are there to provide water quality, because if they didn’t provide clean water we would have some very serious problems. Without our drinking water being properly treated for parasites and bacteria we would still be suffering from widespread outbreaks of potentially deadly waterborne diseases. These diseases [...]

Paint fumes can hang around in the air (off-gas) for weeks after it has been applied. And the volatile organic chemicals that many brands contain are one of the biggest culprits of poor indoor air quality. Home and Garden TV continues to remind us that painting is one of the quickest, cheapest, and practical ways [...]