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DDT has been proven to be extremely harmful to the environment.
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Another growing problem is the use of harmful flame retardants in the plastic enclosures around batteries.
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Arlene Blum, Forbes, 8 Dec. 2024
While his anti-vaccine views have drawn widespread criticism, his stance on combating chronic disease by ridding the nation’s food supply of harmful chemicals and ingredients broadly aligns with efforts from both sides of the political aisle and has been praised by leading public health experts.
—Nik Popli, TIME, 6 Dec. 2024
So these algorithms and this messaging is really harmful for kids' self-image.
—Dana Taylor, USA TODAY, 6 Dec. 2024
Additionally, the brand touts the product as being free from harmful chemicals, dyes, and synthetic fragrances, which earned it some extra brownie points.
—Casey Clark, Better Homes & Gardens, 6 Dec. 2024
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Arlene Blum, Forbes, 8 Dec. 2024
While his anti-vaccine views have drawn widespread criticism, his stance on combating chronic disease by ridding the nation’s food supply of harmful chemicals and ingredients broadly aligns with efforts from both sides of the political aisle and has been praised by leading public health experts.
—Nik Popli, TIME, 6 Dec. 2024
So these algorithms and this messaging is really harmful for kids' self-image.
—Dana Taylor, USA TODAY, 6 Dec. 2024
Additionally, the brand touts the product as being free from harmful chemicals, dyes, and synthetic fragrances, which earned it some extra brownie points.
—Casey Clark, Better Homes & Gardens, 6 Dec. 2024
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“Harmful.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/harmful. Accessed 21 Dec. 2024.
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