It seems like every time you turn around, researchers have discovered something new that’s hazardous to your health. The latest threat are phthalates. Here’s what you need to know about the family of chemical products, and how you can reduce your exposure. What are Phthalates? Pronounced thah-lates (the “ph” is silent), they are a family of chemical products that are used in thousands of consumer products.  They’re used as a plasticizer, making plastics more flexible and harder to break.  … [Read more...]