Synthetic braids face uncertain safety and limited research
Consumer Reports flagged dangerous chemicals in popular synthetic braiding products but acknowledged the study as a pilot with limited data. Experts urge caution, highlight lack of regulatory oversight, and call for more rigorous research and FDA regulation while suggesting safer alternatives and how to assess product ingredients.
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Slowing Down Meals Helps Mindful Eating and Digestion
Experts from the Cleveland Clinic and UK researchers discuss why fast eating leads to bloating indigestion and missed fullness cues. They offer tips to slow down by avoiding distractions using non dominant hand utensils and taking water breaks while noting food texture and processing impact.
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West Virginia moves to ban synthetic food dyes in schools
Dyes leftwich urged science backed safety policies across geographies. West Virginia schools start phasing out breakfast cereals and strawberry milk ahead of an August deadline. School leaders expect higher costs but view the policy as progress toward healthier options. Lawmakers say the plan targets sugary foods linked to obesity, with Oklahoma pursuing a similar 21 dye ban.
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