Essence Matson, PhD & Greg Hall, MD

A lot has been written in the news about endocrine-disrupting chemicals, or EDCs. Many of these chemicals are found in shampoo, lotions, conditioners, lipstick, makeup, moisturizers, sunscreens, creams, and much more. It is believed by some that the increase in obesity, or being overweight, particularly in African American women, is the cause. Black women have the highest rate of obesity and a high diabetes risk as well. Similarly, Black girls have the earliest age at puberty . It has been...

Many of the plastics that we use could be damaging to our health. Do you store food in plastic containers or even wrap food in plastic wraps? Science has shown that small amounts of dangerous chemicals are absorbed by the food while they are in direct contact. These chemicals could change the level of hormones in your body. Some believe the higher occurrence of infant and mother mortality, diabetes, and obesity may be related to these chemical exposures . . . particularly in African...