Different Toxins In The Home. HOW SAFE IS YOUR INDOOR AIR? And The Problems They Can Cause.
Polybrominated Diphenyl Ethers (PBDEs). These are flame retardant chemicals found in many household items such as foam pillows and the foam stuffing in furniture. It is also found in sleepwear and flame retardant cribs. I wonder if a baby lying in a pile of chemicals has anything to do with SIDS? PBDEs also cause liver damage and thyroid problems.
BLEACH: Bleach has been shown to cause reproductive problems in men and behavioral problems in children.
CARPET CLEANING PRODUCTS: Many types of carpet cleaner are extremely toxic to children and can cause cancer and liver damage.
TOILET BOWL CLEANERS: Some toilet cleaners contain chlorine and hydrochloric acid, which are dangerous when inhaled.
CHLORINE: You can inhale chlorine gases while taking a hot shower. We have attatched a simple shower filter that takes out most of the chlorine.
FORMALDEHYDE, PHENOL, BENZENE, TOLUENE: These chemicals which are found in cosmetics, more commonly nail polish, beverages, fabrics (wallpapers) and common household cleaners, cause dizziness, insomnia, headaches, rashes, cancer and damage to the immune system.
RADON: Radon is a natural radioactive gas. Radon seeps through cracks in the basement, the surrounding foundation and well water. It is the 2nd leading cause of cancer in the United States.
LEAD: Lead is found in older paints, old plumbing and the soil near busy roads. It causes kidney and neurological damage, high blood pressure, disrupted cell production and reproductive problems.
CARBON DIOXIDE: This is found in furnaces that burn propane, butane or oil. It can cause cancer.
VINYL CHLORIDE: This is what gives a car the “new car smell”. Found in the plastic interior of new cars, this chemical can cause liver damage.
HYDROFLUORIC ACID: Commonly found in household rust removers, it can cause intense pain if it comes into contact with the skin.
FREON: Freon is what keeps refrigerators and air conditioning units cold. According to Dr. Hulda Clark, Freon was found in the cancerous internal organs of cancer patients. She suggests an alternative refrigerant called Forane that is easier for the body to handle.
PHTHALATES: These chemicals are used in nail polish, toys, adhesives, paint and PVC plastics. These are clear liquids used as plasticizers; they make fragrances last longer and make things bend. They are found in everything from shower curtains to wall coverings to food storage containers to teething rings. They are toxic to the reproductive system and can cause cancer.
BENZOPYRENES: These are found in vehicle exhaust fumes, tobacco, burnt food and wood smoke. They are also carcinogenic. In 2001, the National Cancer Institiute found high levels of benzopyrenes in steak, hamburgers, burnt toast, and chicken that were grilled and well-done. I once heard a story of a young woman who was in her 40’s, and in excellent shape who ran everyday. She had 2 small children. She ate all of her food grilled with minimum fat. She was diagnosed with cancer and within 6 months died. Her doctor stated she had high levels of benzopyrenes in her system due to all of the grilling and charring of foods.
TEFLON: The Environmental Protection Agency has stated that perfluorooctanoic acid–PFOA (a chemical produced to make Teflon) is carcinogenic and causes hypothyroidism. It is a chemical used in the manufacture of Teflon coatings in cookware. Environmental Groups explain that PFOA does not break down and seems to last in the environment forever. When the blood of several hundred children was studied in 2001, 96% of the blood samples contained PFOA.