These cancer causers are in every home. We need to know about them and get rid of them quickly. We have grown with the believing that our home is a sanctuary. Recent studies have shown that modern homes are not safe at all and they hide substances that harm our health.
We have largely discussed the dangers of formaldehyde, nitrobenzene and methylene chloride. These carcinogens can be found in items for everyday use, including rubber, plastic, dyes, perfumes, shampoos, etc.
We have listed some of the most dangerous items, but most of you find these to be harmless, without being aware of the health problems they can cause. Get rid of these cancer-causing products and provide a healthy surrounding for you and your family.
A study by the Natural Resources Defense Council (NRDC) involved 13 common air fresheners and scientists found that most of them contain chemicals that aggravate asthma and affect the reproductive development.
In 2008, Anne Steinemann at the University of Washington conducted a study and found that air-fresheners she tested are loaded with toxic and hazardous chemicals, including carcinogens that are absolutely dangerous. However, none of the chemicals is listed on the product labels or Material Safety Data Sheet. Essential oils provide the same effect, and they are health-friendly.
According to CPSC, these candles release five times the amount of lead confirmed as hazardous for children, and they are far beyond the pollution standards for outdoor air of Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). Exposure to large amounts of lead leads to hormone disruption, behavioral problems, learning disabilities, and other health problems.
If you want your home to be cozy and soft without harming your health, always buy beeswax candles with cotton wicks, or you can just make a few at home.
Children are especially vulnerable to toxins, because they have higher metabolism, and their immune systems are still immature. Be more careful when handling such products and choose the least harmless. Learn more about nontoxic and green alternatives, or make your own.
Reduce the use of these products and your home will sure be a better place to live in.
We have largely discussed the dangers of formaldehyde, nitrobenzene and methylene chloride. These carcinogens can be found in items for everyday use, including rubber, plastic, dyes, perfumes, shampoos, etc.
We have listed some of the most dangerous items, but most of you find these to be harmless, without being aware of the health problems they can cause. Get rid of these cancer-causing products and provide a healthy surrounding for you and your family.
- Air Fresheners
A study by the Natural Resources Defense Council (NRDC) involved 13 common air fresheners and scientists found that most of them contain chemicals that aggravate asthma and affect the reproductive development.
In 2008, Anne Steinemann at the University of Washington conducted a study and found that air-fresheners she tested are loaded with toxic and hazardous chemicals, including carcinogens that are absolutely dangerous. However, none of the chemicals is listed on the product labels or Material Safety Data Sheet. Essential oils provide the same effect, and they are health-friendly.
- Candles
According to CPSC, these candles release five times the amount of lead confirmed as hazardous for children, and they are far beyond the pollution standards for outdoor air of Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). Exposure to large amounts of lead leads to hormone disruption, behavioral problems, learning disabilities, and other health problems.
If you want your home to be cozy and soft without harming your health, always buy beeswax candles with cotton wicks, or you can just make a few at home.
- Art Supplies
Children are especially vulnerable to toxins, because they have higher metabolism, and their immune systems are still immature. Be more careful when handling such products and choose the least harmless. Learn more about nontoxic and green alternatives, or make your own.
- Shampoos
- Antiperspirants
- Shower Curtains
Reduce the use of these products and your home will sure be a better place to live in.
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