Women who take a vitamin B9 supplement (folic acid) during the beginning weeks of their pregnancy can cut the risk of having a child with autism in half. But the supplement has no effect if it is started more than… Read More ›
Research Council of Norway
Triclosan in cosmetics and personal care products can increase allergy risk
Contact: Julie Johansen julie.johansen@fhi.no Norwegian Institute of Public Health Triclosan – an antibacterial chemical found in toothpaste and other products – can contribute to an increased risk of allergy development in children. This comes from the Norwegian Environment and Childhood… Read More ›