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MNN.COM > Eco-Glossary

Toxins & Chemicals

 
Toxins and chemicals are a huge concern in the green movement due to their detriment to the environment. Humans and animals are often exposed to these harmful substances via non-organic food (on which pesticides are used), cosmetics, plastics, aluminum and many other sources. Toxins and chemicals are thought to cause health problems, pollution and other issues. (Photo: Flickr)

Recent Stories


Report: Ocean pollution contaminating China shellfish

Fri, Mar 12 2010 at 1:57 AM EST

Most shellfish in offshore areas contained 'excessive harmful chemicals' such as lead, cadmium and the insecticide DDT, the China Daily reported.


Feds recall more children's jewelry in cadmium probe

Thu, Mar 11 2010 at 4:05 PM EST

Federal regulators tell parents to toss Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer charm bracelets sold at dollar stores between 2006 and March 2009.


Putting the tap to the test

Thu, Mar 11 2010 at 7:33 AM EST

With the help of some taste-testers, the Wall Street Journal's Wendy Bounds tries out a few new and notable entrants in the home water filtration market.


'The Crazies' sparks environmental activism

Thu, Mar 11 2010 at 4:19 AM EST

Participant partners with Greenpeace to raise awareness about the Craziness of unsecured toxic chemical facilities in the U.S.


Disposal of spilled coal ash a long, winding trip

Tue, Mar 09 2010 at 10:33 PM EST

Coal ash spilled in Tennessee over a year ago and its wastewater are still be moved around the country in search of places where it can be treated.


Mercury among the big losers at the Toxies

Sun, Mar 07 2010 at 7:45 AM EST

Now that this year's Oscars are finito, take a minute to acknowledge the honorees at another big Hollywood event: The Toxie Awards.


Suit: Fish oil contains undisclosed PCB levels

Fri, Mar 05 2010 at 8:00 PM EST

Tests find varying degrees of banned chemical, but manufacturers underplay any health risks.


Do natural cleaners really work?

Fri, Mar 05 2010 at 6:48 AM EST

Step away from the bleach! Chanie Kirschner knows how to get your home clean without risking death by chemicals.


Katrina victims seek to sue greenhouse gas emitters

Thu, Mar 04 2010 at 1:47 AM EST

Class-action suit brought by Mississippi residents claims emissions from big companies fueled global warming and increased storm's ferocity.


EPA adds polluted NYC canal to Superfund list

Tue, Mar 02 2010 at 8:53 PM EST

For more than a century, the factories, refineries and coal yards lining Brooklyn's Gowanus Canal have dumped a wide range of pollutants into the waterway.


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