Inattention and misunderstanding combined with a lack of regulation, lead us to bring into our homes many products that are supposed to improve our daily lives but which in reality bring with them a plethora of risks and unexpected diseases. Cleaning and food products, deodorants, personal hygiene items are among the consumer goods that you will find in your favorite stores and which unfortunately contain harmful chemicals to the health of young and old.
We have all been warned about high-risk products such as alcohol abuse, cigarettes or prolonged exposure to sunlight, but few of these messages alert us to the dangers of shampoo, toothpaste or deodorant. Most of these products contain carcinogenic chemicals or endocrine disruptors such as formaldehyde, nitrobenzene, methylene chloride and naphthalene ...
Fortunately, there are solutions to banish these products if you want to change your habits.
Deodorants
Deodorants contain phthalates and many other dangerous chemicals such as benzene, formaldehyde, benzenes and synthetic musks. These products can be easily inhaled or sit on the skin and absorbed. Studies have shown that long exposure to these products can damage the lungs, liver, kidneys and central nervous system and may act as a hormone disruptor, increasing the risk of certain cancers.
A simple alternative is to make a deodorant based on distilled water and essential oils of lemon, lavender or cinnamon.
Candles
Scented candles are a dangerous and toxic product: for proof, a study has proved that the particles released by the combustion of the candles have a more powerful effect than the exhaust particles of diesel !!!
Shower curtains and other plastics
Because of the heat and steam in bathrooms, plastic shower curtains contain PVC and other toxic compounds that enter the manufacturing process that can be released in the shower. These toxins affect fertility, the respiratory system and can also be carcinogenic.
Liquid laundry, softeners, and cleaning products
These cleaners contain coal tar dyes that can cause cancer and damage the nervous system. In addition, their scent usually put forward in the ads is cancer-causing, making most cleansers dangerous.
The alternative is very simple, baking soda is an excellent deodorant and white vinegar is effective in removing dirt and stains.
Synthetic sweeteners
diet sodas, teas, energy drinks, protein shakes, dairy products, and fruit juices are artificially flavored drinks with aspartame that is suspected of causing cancer. Several lobbies fund conflicting studies to mitigate this causal link.
Insecticides and pesticides
These products include animal treatment products, garden pesticides or simply insecticides to get rid of the various bugs that disturb our nights. Some say they are suitable for the family or animals, which does not mean they are safe. Chemicals are highly carcinogenic.
Antibacterial products
The word "antibacterial" inspires confidence and we naturally think that the product is safe. One example is triclosan, an ingredient used in many antibacterials. It has been banned by the EU because it has been shown to be very carcinogenic and undoubtedly a hormone disruptor.
deodorants
Some research suggests that aluminum-containing antiperspirants may be absorbed through the skin and have effects similar to those of estrogen. The latter promotes the growth of breast cancer cells. It has also been proven that paraben, which is a preservative used in some deodorants, has an ability to mimic estrogen activity in the cells of the body.
Toothpaste
Many kinds of toothpaste contain several risk chemicals:
Saccharin, a known carcinogen
Fluoride is linked to heart disease and lower IQ in children
Triclosan is used in the best selling toothpaste. However, it is a pesticide that looks like a major component of the "Agent Orange" chemical weapon sprayed during the Vietnam War.
You can make a natural toothpaste by mixing coconut oil, baking soda and a few drops of peppermint essential oil.
Talc for baby
The talcum powder contains asbestos, a substance known to cause lung cancer when inhaled.
