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New ultra-sensitive device detects traces of toxic metals

September 13, 2012
Swiss and US scientists have developed an ultra-sensitive device to detect the tiniest traces of heavy metals in drinking water and fish, which could be over a million times smaller than those traced by the most advanced methods …
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Why you should be wary of skin-lightening products

November 19, 2012
Would you use a cream or soap that may have the following long-term side effects – skin cancer, liver damage, kidney damage or poisoning? Well, there is now lot of evidence to suggest that some active ingredients used in …
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Satyamev Jayate: Will we have any safe and potable water left?

December 14, 2012
Today's Satyamev Jayate episode dealt with the dire water situation in the county. Despite India being one of the cradles of civilisation (The Indus Valley Civilisation) and lying in one of the most fertile and water-blessed …
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It’s official, mercury in fairness products is really bad for you!

November 19, 2012
Before you apply creams and soaps that promise to make you 'fair and lovely' or don your favourite brand of eye makeup and mascara, think again. According to a recent report by WHO, these could contain deadly mercury. How does …
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