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Environmental risk factors of Type 2 Diabetes

The incidence of Type 2 diabetes has increased dramatically since 1958, according to a 2010 report published by the CDC\’s Division of Diabetes Translation, National Diabetes Surveillance System. In 1958, the rate of diabetes was .09%, increased to 6.9% in 2009. The increase in incidence of diabetes has increased further in 2010 to 8.3% of […] … learn more→

Hurricane Irene and the sea turtles of Singer Island

The waves from hurricane Irene uncovered hundreds, if not thousands of eggs from endangered sea turtles. Many people who came to watch the surf contributed to gathering the eggs, digging new nests and trying to help save even one of the little babies and helped newly hatched turtles get past the rough surf. I haven\’t […] … learn more→

CFL vs Incandescent

CFL bulbs have been touted as the solution to reducing energy use in the home. But where is the savings if the environment and the health of those in the home are put at additional risk? Incandescent bulbs give off a soft, steady radiant light from a bulb made with safe, non-toxic materials. However, CFL […] … learn more→

Sun exposure, sun protection and skin cancer

Skin cancer rates continue to increase, even with millions of gallons of sun protection products sold and used on millions and millions of people. According to posts on a popular web site, people are finally starting to change the way they look at the sun. After reading the article, \”The New Rules of Sun Safety\” […] … learn more→

Environmental causes of male infertility problems

Men may be able to increase fertility by improving sperm quality and quantity if they reduce exposure to common household chemicals. Fertility clinics are a booming business and sperm banks are filling up. Many women are unable to get pregnant because their men have less than optimal little swimmers. This article may help you improve […] … learn more→

Seven easy ways to reduce chemical exposure in daily life

A recent search that landed a visitor in the Sunflower Naturals web site was, \”how to reduce chemical exposure in daily life.\” This is quite a long search phrase, but shows that people are looking for ways to reduce exposure as they become aware of the risks associated with chronic exposure to common chemicals in […] … learn more→