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January 29, 2008

Mixed Greens 002: Mmm, rocket fuel! Plus, ditch the anti-bacterial soap.

In this second edition of EWG's podcast Mixed Greens, we discuss the possible connections between plastics and obesity, the rocket fuel in our drinking water, and more! Give 'er a listen below, or subscribe in a reader or in iTunes.

Want more? Here are some related links:

• Is plastic making us fat?
  -Story: The Boston Globe
  -EWG Chemical Index: Endocrine System
• Congress to investigate BPA in baby formula
  -Story: Milwaukee Journal-Sentinel
  -EWG statement: Congressional demands follow on heels of EWG study
  -EWG report: Guide to Instant Formula
• FDA testing shows widespread exposure to perchlorate
  -EWG analysis: Children consuming contaminated tap water and food at risk; EPA tap water safety standards are critically needed
• Tip: Avoid products with Triclosan
  -Skin Deep ingredient listing: Triclosan
  -EWG report: Down the Drain

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