Everyday Health Hazards… and Natural Answers
The New York Times has reported on a couple of health hazards in the everyday environment. There was a lengthy article on the use of phthalates (a family of industrial chemicals) in all kinds of skin care products, nail polish, cosmetics, and various personal care products (even things like shampoos, hair sprays, deodorants).
Health Care Without Harm, a coalition of health, religious, labor, and environmental groups, has been lobbying against phthalates for years. It cites tests that show the chemicals can cause defects in animals. They say these products could potentially hurt both developing fetuses and nursing infants. The group commissioned a test of 72 products. Fifty-two were found to contain phthalates, but only one listed phthalates on the label!
Thankfully for us, there is a line of personal care products that perform beautifully without these harmful substances!
A second hazard are flame retardants known as PBDE’s (Polybrominated diphenyl ethers), common in indoor air through the normal wear and tear of fabrics, cushions, and other treated household products.
For more information on how to drastically reduce airborne gases and odors, particles such as pollen and smoke, and microbes such as molds and bacteria, check this out.
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