91% of the world’s population breathes polluted air! Yet over one-third of countries have no laws protecting outdoor air quality! The World Health Organization (WHO) released updated air quality guidelines and targets for common air pollutants. WHO’s new guidelines aim to push governments to reduce pollution levels, protect the health of children and adults, and prevent climate change.
Little Things Matter raises awareness of the growing environmental risks we face as a global community by translating science into free, easy-to-understand and actionable materials. Our goal is to spread awareness about the effects of toxic chemicals on the health of our population and planet.
We believe that every child has the right to a healthy environment.
Our kids are getting sicker—and no one’s asking why.⠀
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Asthma. Obesity. Autism. Autoimmune disorders. These chronic diseases have skyrocketed in children over the last few decades.⠀
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In her latest op-ed, public health investigator Jessica Lightfoot, MPH calls out the urgent need to investigate the root causes and asks the hard questions:⠀
Why are so many kids facing lifelong health challenges?⠀
Why aren’t we looking at environmental factors—like toxins, food systems, and industrial chemicals—as possible causes?⠀
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“We know genetic factors play a role, but genetics changes slowly and so cannot explain a rapid increase in cases. Environment or lifestyle is likely to play an important role.” — Jessica Lightfoot⠀
It’s time we demand answers—and action. Our children deserve better.⠀
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Read the full article here:⠀
https://bit.ly/4crOSpr⠀
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#ProtectKidsHealth #RootCauseMedicine #ChronicIllnessAwareness #EnvironmentalHealth #HealthyKidsNow #PublicHealthMatters #JessicaLightfoot #WakeUpCall
New Research
PFAS, a group of man-made chemicals used to make consumer products water and stain resistant, may be linked to obesity. These toxic chemicals, known as “forever chemicals”, can remain in our bodies and the environment for decades.
Children exposed to high concentrations of obesogens – toxic chemicals that cause obesity – are typically born small and then catch up and exceed the BMI of children exposed to lower concentrations.
Dr. Joseph Braun and his team discovered that children exposed to higher amounts of PFAS in early life may be linked to obesity at 12 years of age.
Over 98% of Americans have detectable PFAS concentrations in their blood.
To reduce exposure to PFAS and other toxic chemicals, Dr. Braun recommends using a certified water filter, a vacuum with a HEPA filter, and avoiding heavily processed foods. In a separate study, Dr. Braun found that the obesogenic effects of PFAS chemicals were diminished in physically active children.
For more information on the effects of gestational PFAS exposure and obesogens, read the research publication: https://bit.ly/43bQ1Lx or recent news article: https://bit.ly/3r6JAfo
#PFAS #childobesity #nontoxicliving
New Research
PFAS, a group of man-made chemicals used to make consumer products water and stain resistant, may be linked to obesity. These toxic chemicals, known as “forever chemicals”, can remain in our bodies and the environment for decades.
Children exposed to high concentrations of obesogens – toxic chemicals that cause obesity – are typically born small and then catch up and exceed the BMI of children exposed to lower concentrations.
Dr. Joseph Braun and his team discovered that children exposed to higher amounts of PFAS in early life may be linked to obesity at 12 years of age.
Over 98% of Americans have detectable PFAS concentrations in their blood.
To reduce exposure to PFAS and other toxic chemicals, Dr. Braun recommends using a certified water filter, a vacuum with a HEPA filter, and avoiding heavily processed foods. In a separate study, Dr. Braun found that the obesogenic effects of PFAS chemicals were diminished in physically active children.
For more information on the effects of gestational PFAS exposure and obesogens, read the research publication: https://bit.ly/43bQ1Lx or recent news article: https://bit.ly/3r6JAfo
#PFAS #childobesity #nontoxicliving
Can air pollution affect our DNA?
Children are particularly vulnerable to the health effects of air pollution. This video highlights research from Malaysia examining how exposure to urban traffic-related air pollutants including particulate matter (PM₂.₅) and nitrogen dioxide (NO₂) may contribute to DNA damage in children."
Read the research paper:
https://bit.ly/4zyHsLA
"Did you know that in 2022 7 billion electronic toys featuring components like batteries and lights, were discarded? These toys, which often include remote-controlled toys, interactive gadgets, and battery-operated playsets, contribute to our growing e-waste problem.
Because of poor recycling rules and not enough awareness, these toys often end up causing fires and harming the environment when dumped in regular trash. Plus, they can impact children’s health by releasing harmful substances into the air and water.
This holiday season, let`s make a difference:
Choose Wisely:
- Pick toys that last and can be recycled. Avoid cheap, throwaway electronic toys.🪁
- Spread the Word: Tell your friends and family about the impact of e-toys on the environment and our health. 💪🏽
- Demand Action: Ask for better rules and responsibility from companies making electronic toys. 🏭
- Teach Others: Share ideas like using secondhand or homemade toys instead.🍪
Together, we can make this holiday season better for our planet and our well-being. #EWasteAwareness #SustainableToys #LittleThingsMatter" VIDEO: E-waste reduction Christmas
Little Facts that Really Matter - Fact #3
#Microplastics are the result of plastic breaking down into fine particles. These particles often contain toxic chemicals that can be hazardous to our health.
Studies have shown that microplastics, like #BPA and #pthalates, can negatively impact #brain development #fertility.
Watch this short clip on microplastics and read more about how you can avoid these chemicals here:
https://bit.ly/3rOidng
#littlefactsthatreallymatter #littlethingsmatter #plastics #chemicals #toxicchemicals #environmentalhealth #childrenshealth #childrendsenvironmentalhealth #environment
#LittleFactsThatReallyMatter 🌟
#PFAS chemicals are known as #foreverchemicals because they never completely break down, leaving them in our soils, our water and our bodies.
Learn about ische members` #research on PFAS and how to reduce your family`s exposure by visiting our information page here: https://bit.ly/3PJR9ke
#pfas #cleanwater #water #health #watertreatment #foreverchemicals #environment #darkwaters #safewater #sustainability #pfoa #pollution #darkwatersmovie #drinkingwater #waterquality #waterpurification #waterislife #technology #safeenvironment #oil #oleology #marine #gas #mining #mycelx #cleanwateract
Nalleli Cobo led a coalition to permanently shut down a toxic oil-drilling site in her community in March 2020, at the age of 19—an oil site that caused serious health issues for her and others. Her continued organizing against urban oil extraction has now yielded major policy movement within both the Los Angeles City Council and Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors, which voted unanimously to ban new oil exploration and phase out of existing sites.
Together with her mother, Nalleli began walking door-to-door in 2011, distributing fliers about the dangers of oil extraction and documenting the rampant illnesses in the community caused by oil pollution. She mobilized her neighbors to report the foul chemical smells to officials and share their own stories at town halls and city council meetings. Her organizing resulted in the formation of People not Pozos, for which she became the spokesperson—despite being the group’s youngest member. As the community’s voice against oil pollution, she began speaking publicly at community events and rallies, testified at government meetings, and garnered press coverage and support from elected officials. Courtesy of the Goldman Prize
Nalleli Cobo led a coalition to permanently shut down a toxic oil-drilling site in her community in March 2020, at the age of 19—an oil site that caused serious health issues for her and others. Her continued organizing against urban oil extraction has now yielded major policy movement within both the Los Angeles City Council and Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors, which voted unanimously to ban new oil exploration and phase out of existing sites. Read more…
Courtesy: Goldman Environmental Prize
Sometimes the events that alter history and have enduring impact happen behind the scenes or without much fanfare. Little Steps, Big Impact takes a moment to highlight those significant events and celebrate their contributions.
Sometimes the events that alter history and have enduring impact happen behind the scenes or without much fanfare. Little Steps, Big Impact takes a moment to highlight those significant events and celebrate their contributions.
A new study shows that young women who use conventional foundation, blush, and mascara have higher levels of phthalates in their blood. Phthalates are hormone-disruptors, and can mimic or block hormones from properly signaling in the body, disrupting important reproductive and neurological systems.
When the young women in the study stopped using products with phthalates, the level of some chemicals in their blood lowered up to 45% after three days. To reduce the amount of phthalates in your blood, swap personal care products for those without phthalates, parabens, or PFAS (or just stop using them). Products without these chemicals can be found by searching EWG’s SkinDeep database.
A new study shows that young women who use conventional foundation, blush, and mascara have higher levels of phthalates in their blood. Phthalates are hormone-disruptors, and can mimic or block hormones from properly signaling in the body, disrupting important reproductive and neurological systems.
When the young women in the study stopped using
products with phthalates, the level of some chemicals
in their blood lowered up to 45% after three days.
To reduce the amount of phthalates in your blood, swap personal care products for those without phthalates, parabens, or PFAS (or just stop using them). Products without these chemicals can be found by searching EWG’s SkinDeep database.
Expand your mind and understanding of how environmental toxic chemicals affect all of us with these short educational videos.
Cause or Cure? Should we continue to spend billions of dollars on elusive cures?
The Impact of FLUORIDE, a proven neurotoxin, on brain development, especially during prenancy.
Crime of the Century: The failure to prevent the pandemic of lead poisoning over the last 100 years.
The Deadly Impact of Airborne Particles: air pollution is all around us, what can we do?
A growing compilation of brief videos illustrating often unseen environmental hazards that linger in plain sight.
PBDEs are toxic chemicals found in common household products and can have significant impact fetal brain development.
Microplastics result from plastic breaking down into fine particles often containing hazardous toxins. They exist throughout the environment.
PFAS chemicals are known as “forever chemicals” because they never completely break down, leaving them in our soils, our water and our bodies.
Air pollution is a major risk factor for heart disease, the leading cause of death worldwide. We can’t escape it, it’s all around us.
Pesticides can cause short-term adverse health effects as well as chronic adverse effects that can occur months or years after exposure.
Allergic disorders have risen dramatically over the last 30-40 years as has our understanding of what causes them and the toxic chemicals that have the greatest impact.
Endocrine disrupting chemicals are found in many common household products and can increase the risk of many diseases.
Allergic disorders have risen dramatically over the last 30-40 years as has our understanding of what causes them and the toxic chemicals that have the greatest impact.
Over a billion children live at extremely high risk for climate change events that can lead to disease and death.
