Silent Toxins Lurking in Your Home: From Shampoo to Cookware
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News18•17-01-2026, 21:29
Silent Toxins Lurking in Your Home: From Shampoo to Cookware
- •Everyday products like perfumes, shampoos, and cookware contain 'silent toxins' that can harm health over time.
- •Phthalates (in fragrances), Parabens (in preservatives), and Formaldehyde (in cleaners) are linked to hormonal issues, respiratory problems, and cancer risk.
- •Triclosan (antibacterial soaps) can lead to antibiotic resistance, while SLS/SLES (lathering agents) cause skin irritation.
- •Sunscreens with Oxybenzone/Octinoxate affect hormones and coral reefs; PFAS in non-stick cookware weaken immunity.
- •Artificial food colors, BPA/BPS in plastics, and generic 'fragrance' hide harmful chemicals causing various health issues.
Why It Matters: Many common household products contain hidden toxins that pose long-term health risks; choose safer alternatives.
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