In the forests of Uganda and Côte d’Ivoire, chimps crowd into fig and plum trees, feasting on fruit that’s sweet, soft and just a little boozy. A new study shows those daily snacks quietly add up to the equivalent of nearly two alcoholic beverages for humans. A team of scientists at University of California Berkeley and other institutions tested the …
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The dangerous ingredients tied to cancer and dementia lurking in America’s favorite canned cocktails
With summer in full swing, experts are warning against enjoying popular canned cocktails over fears they may accelerate cancer development. Alcohol is classified as a Group 1 carcinogen, meaning that it can cause damage to cell DNA. Studies have shown the substance, even in small amounts, can increase the risk of developing mouth, throat, larynx, esophageal, colorectal, liver and breast cancers. ‘Technically, …
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