The VUPbaby blog has plenty of reports on the danger of chemicals in baby products and their link to a number of health defects. But now in a new report, “Not So Sexy : The Health Risks of Secret Chemicals in Fragrance”, by Environmental Defence Canada, warns that many popular perfumes and fragrances on the market contain a variety of chemicals. These chemicals are labelled as “hidden ingredients”, including phthalates, and can trigger a host of allergic reactions.

This week, 10th – 14th May, is the UK’s “Allergy Week”. A recent survey carried out by Allergy UK found that 56% of people were unaware that allergens can settle on hard surfaces impacting upon their allergy. Allergens come in different forms such as house dust mite, pets, and moulds, all of which can be a source of misery for allergic rhinitis, asthma, and eczema sufferers.

A new US research study has concluded that bisphenol A (BPA) could be responsible for changing hormone levels in men. The paper, published in the journal Environmental Science and Technology, said BPA was detected in 89 per cent of urine samples and that men with higher urine BPA concentrations had follicle-stimulating hormone (FSH) and lower levels of inhibin B, both of which have been associated with poorer sperm quality.

US President Obama’s Cancer Panel is about to publish a breakthrough report stating that human health can be adversely affected from chemicals in the air, food and water and that previous lax regulation has increased health risks. The panel will warn that children are particularly vulnerable to harmful chemicals and amongst the things to avoid include plastic food containers. The report is likely to boost the efforts of those who are pressing hard for more regulation of chemicals.

While there are some well-known health issues about drinking from plastic bottles, it is sometimes easy to forget the environmental consequences of countless plastic bottles that pollute local waters. News that residents of US town, Concord, have banned all sales of bottled water is therefore a timely reminder that discarded bottles do damage the planet. The fact that this is the first town in the US that has implemented such a ban is all the more impressive.

If you ask this question to some of the major business companies representing the US food industry, then their answer would be a resounding No! Indeed, together with the US business of commerce, they have stated that they will not support the long-awaited food safety legislation if an amendment to ban BPA remains in place. But perhaps US politicians will remain firmly on course in their fight against toxic chemicals. Late last month Senator Frank R.

There may be some fighting between your kids, both young and full grown, over these fantastic new parking garages from green toy company “Plan Toys”. Both daddy and child will marvel over the 3 floors of parking space that includes a car, a helipad, a gas station and even a car wash! As usual, the quality of all toys offered by Plan Toy is truly exceptional and all are beautifully made.

There are no set rules as to what defines a modern nursery. Of course, nurseries should be practical and functional, but they should probably also be colourful, stimulating and (most of all) fun for young ones. We source our wide collection of nursery accessories from the best companies all around the world. The Koo Koo voice clock is a particularly special item. These unique clocks are beautifully designed and both fun and educational as the clock makes a distinctive animal sound every hour, on the hour.

Following growing concern that Coca-Cola has not sufficiently addressed investor concerns about the use of BPA in can linings, shareholders voted last week on a proposal that will demand the company to disclose the steps it has taken in dealing with these public health concerns.