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July AVFCA Article Posts



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[[link removed]] Vitamin D: Finding the Right Balance
Rickets bent the bones of thousands of children in industrial England and nearly vanished once vitamin D fortification arrived in the 1930s. Decades later, manufacturers were putting vitamin D in everything from milk to shaving cream—and some infants developed toxicity at surprisingly low doses. Both chapters of that history are worth remembering: deficiency is real and serious, and so is the risk of overcorrecting.
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[[link removed]] Past the Headlines: A Clear-Eyed Look at GLP-1 Medications
Weight loss has traditionally been framed as a matter of discipline and willpower. GLP-1 medications challenge that assumption by targeting the biological systems that regulate hunger and fullness. For many people, they've opened a new path to improving metabolic health. But like every medical intervention, they come with benefits, limitations, and unanswered questions. How do these drugs work? Who are they designed for? What are the potential tradeoffs? And how important do nutrition, exercise, sleep, and stress management remain once medication enters the picture?
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[[link removed]] The Wool Industry: Nature, Commerce and What Gets Lost Between
For thousands of years, wool was one of humanity's most reliable materials: breathable, biodegradable, durable enough to pass down for generations. Then industrial processing entered the picture. Today, toxic dyes, synthetic blending, pesticide treatments and animal welfare concerns have made what seems like a simple natural fiber anything but. The good news: ethical, clean wool still exists. You just have to know how to find it.
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[[link removed]] The Air Inside: What Your Home May Be Releasing Into Your Living Space
We spend nearly 90% of our lives indoors, yet most of us rarely question what may be circulating through the air inside our homes. From off-gassing flooring and furniture to synthetic fragrances, cleaning products, and hidden environmental hazards, modern living spaces can contain a surprising number of pollutants that accumulate over time. The challenge is that many are invisible, odorless, and easily overlooked. Understanding where these exposures come from is the first step toward reducing them and creating a healthier indoor environment.
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[[link removed]] The Rise of Ultra-Processed Foods in Baby and Toddler Diets
What if the biggest threat to your baby's health isn't a virus or an accident—it's the food on the shelf at your grocery store? From infant formula loaded with added sugar to toddler snacks laced with PFAS and heavy metals, ultra-processed foods are quietly disrupting developing bodies and brains during the years that matter most. The science is sobering. The solutions are simpler than you think.
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During the second half of July 2026, AVFCA brought awareness to specific observance days by sharing our original stories that matched these themes:

National Personal Check Day “Lead in Dishware: A Hidden Hazard That Still Persists”
From heirloom china to today’s imports, lead in dishware hasn’t disappeared—it just hides in plain sight. Regulations don’t always protect you, but there are ways to spot the risks and keep your kitchen safer. The problem runs deeper than a single plate or mug. Oversight gaps mean unsafe products continue to slip through, leaving families exposed. Knowing what to look for—and what to avoid—can make all the difference. [link removed] [[link removed]]

World Brain Day "Antibiotics in Childhood: What the Latest Research Reveals”
Antibiotics save lives, but early use in children can carry hidden costs. Current research from Rutgers, along with other studies, reveals how these medicines may shape health years later—from asthma and allergies to impacts on the developing microbiome. The findings highlight why careful prescribing matters and how families can support children’s health naturally and safely. [link removed] [[link removed]]

Our team also reads hundreds of articles each week, and those of interest are shared on our social media platforms. However, once or twice a week, our team reads an article that is profound or shares a perspective that is new or from an expert that AVFCA feels should be highlighted. These articles are shared on our Substack.



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