The semester is coming to a close, which means it will be my last time posting on my blog. This experience of writing on this blog weekly has been a memorable one. Not only have I attempted to inform readers about issues of sustainability and public health that I was aware about beforehand, but I have also learned a great deal about other relevant issues as well through … [Read more...] about Wrapping Up: Sustainability & Public Health
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The Benefits of Natural Cosmetics
by Julia Ward The cosmetics business makes about $20 billion dollars a year. But it is one of the least regulated products on the market, which causes numerous toxins to be included in the products that many people use daily. The Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act does not authorize the FDA to approve cosmetic ingredients which only allows the companies to put everything and … [Read more...] about The Benefits of Natural Cosmetics
The Eating Disease
by Julia Ward The United States is filled with endless opportunities and choices. But with these numerous choices come consequences. Today in our country we are experiencing a significant problem with the growing obesity rate due to the limitless food selection. One would think with all of the food options available that people would attempt to choose the healthy alternative … [Read more...] about The Eating Disease