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Is Melatonin Safe for Children?
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Is Melatonin Safe for Children?

Is melatonin safe for children? That depends. It can be safe when used correctly and under a doctor’s guidance. It’s crucial to understand the potential risks, like poisoning and toxicity, and to recognize the signs. What is Melatonin? Before we discuss its safety, let’s understand what melatonin is. Melatonin is a hormone that your body […]

Consumer Safety Commission - Pushing for Changes
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The Consumer Product Safety Commission – Pushing for Change

The Consumer Product Safety Commission The Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) “is an independent federal regulatory agency that was created in 1972 by Congress in the Consumer Product Safety Act … to protect the public against unreasonable risks of injuries and deaths associated with consumer products.” (CPSC.gov) CPSC Recalls Recalling products that are already on the […]

Are hair relaxers dangerous?
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Are Hair Relaxers Dangerous?

Are hair relaxers dangerous? Hair relaxers can cause chemical burns if there is contact with skin. Also, research has shown that women who use relaxers frequently are more likely to develop uterine cancer. What is a hair relaxer? Hair relaxing is the process by which the natural, curly structure of one’s hair is chemically altered. […]