Imagine living in your house with silent killer household items and the sad part of this is - you never knew right from the get - GO. Well, this article is broken into four parts, each of four lists. Find out which one lies in your crib and get rid of it - FAAAAAST.
1. Plastic containers
First of all, y'all need to know about bisphenol-A (BPA) which is found in plastics. this BPA disrupts normal endocrine function, studies have shown. The chemical can have a significant impact on the brain. BPA also messes with hormones even at low doses, a University of Texas study has indicated. Don’t take a chance and switch to glass containers or stainless steel.
2. Toilet bowl cleaners
Acidic toilet bowl cleaners are among the most hazardous cleaning items you can find in your home because of their corrosive ingredients, the worst of which is hydrochloric acid, or HCl. It can lead to skin burns and eye pain if a person comes in contact with it. The effects can be even worse if mixed with chlorine bleach and ammonia. If inhaled, kidney damage and respiratory tract irritation are possible.
3. Makeup products
Most common products’ shelf life is 24 months; mascara is three months. Makeup products have a lot of preservatives to keep them fresh. As time goes by, they become less effective leading to change in color and consistency of the product. Also, bacteria inside the product start to grow without the preservatives, which can damage your skin.
4. Scented Candles
They may smell good but what you’re inhaling can really harm you. The benzene chemicals can irritate the skin and cause breathing problems. Reproductive issues and damage to the brain and central nervous system have also been listed as possible side effects, according to the EPA. As they burn, the candles release toluene, another carcinogen. Consider essential oils or soy-based candles as replacements.
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