These days, we’re used to hearing that just about everything causes cancer, from cell phones to microwaves. So, how do we know what to believe? It’s no question that toxic chemicals are bad for us, and we’re surrounding ourselves with them every day in our homes.
Cleaning products contain many hazardous ingredients that we just shouldn’t be ingesting every time we wipe off the kitchen counter. Here are a few of the main offenders of potentially carcinogenous household items, and the chemicals to watch out for.
Carpet Stain Removers: To have the power to list serious stains, these products sometimes use percloroethylene, which isn’t only toxic but also can irritate the respiratory system.
Furniture Polish: This one is pretty scary – Most furniture polish achieves that shine with nitrobenzene, a central nervous system toxin that can be absorbed through the skin.
Air Fresheners: These generally contain formaldehyde and naphthalene, known carcinogens, and other chemicals as well. You don’t even need to use air fresheners! They simply mask the odor, when you need to be removing it.
The Solution: There are tons of green cleaners as well as natural green cleaners. There are even tons of DIY recipes for homemade cleaners. When it comes to air fresheners, baking soda does the trick. And if you want a delicious scent, light a candle or simmer natural spices like cinnamon or ginger.
Cleaning products contain many hazardous ingredients that we just shouldn’t be ingesting every time we wipe off the kitchen counter. Here are a few of the main offenders of potentially carcinogenous household items, and the chemicals to watch out for.
Carpet Stain Removers: To have the power to list serious stains, these products sometimes use percloroethylene, which isn’t only toxic but also can irritate the respiratory system.
Furniture Polish: This one is pretty scary – Most furniture polish achieves that shine with nitrobenzene, a central nervous system toxin that can be absorbed through the skin.
Air Fresheners: These generally contain formaldehyde and naphthalene, known carcinogens, and other chemicals as well. You don’t even need to use air fresheners! They simply mask the odor, when you need to be removing it.
The Solution: There are tons of green cleaners as well as natural green cleaners. There are even tons of DIY recipes for homemade cleaners. When it comes to air fresheners, baking soda does the trick. And if you want a delicious scent, light a candle or simmer natural spices like cinnamon or ginger.
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