Month: November 2024

New Study Links Autism to Air Pollution Exposure

According to Autism Speaks, a new study found that children and adults diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) has increased by 175% over a decade in the U.S. Now, new research reveals that the drastic rise may be linked to air pollution. According to the Daily Mail,… Read Full Article (External Site) Dr. David LowemannDr. […]

Published on November 12, 2024

Debunked: Children aren’t quicker at picking up new motor skills than adults

Contrary to popular belief, children aren’t better at learning new skills than adults. Indeed, young adults seem to learn faster than kids — but also tend to forget more quickly. Here, better sleep seems to advantage children. Read Full Article (External Site) Dr. David LowemannDr. David Lowemann, M.Sc, Ph.D., is a co-founder of the Institute […]

Published on November 12, 2024

Using personal care products during and after pregnancy can increase exposure to toxic chemicals

For people who are pregnant or nursing, more use of personal care products is associated with higher detectable levels of synthetic chemicals known to have adverse health effects, a new study found. The study found that using personal care products like nail polish, makeup and hair dye while pregnant or lactating is associated with significantly […]

Published on November 12, 2024