5 Items You Have That Contain Toxins

Take better care of your family members and yourself. Find out more about the stuff that surrounds you at home. You might not know what items are hazardous.

3. Carpets

Do you have a stain-resistant carpet? If not, then you are not in danger. If you already own such an items, you should know that this type of carpet contains industrial chemicals, such as PFOA. This Teflon chemical is related to thyroid disease and even cancer. If your carpet was bought 10 years ago, it might contain PFASs as well. This component tends to build up in the human body and then can easily pass to babies through breast milk.

Do the following: Make sure that the carpets you own or are planning to purchase is made with sisal, wool or any other natural material. Try covering the floors with area rugs instead of wall-to-walls carpets – it will be easier for you to clean the items if it gets dirty.

5 Items You Have That Contain Toxins Carpets

4. Microwave Popcorn

Diacetyl is a chemical that is used to produce artificial flavor of fresh butter in popcorn. This element causes serious lung disease. It is also called “popcorn lung” – the disease that is typical of people working in popcorn factories. More than a decade ago this chemical was replaced with 2,3 pentanedione. This did not solve the issue, since the alternative caused breathing problems. Nevertheless, it is still used in various butter-flavored products.

Do the following: Read labels and avoid products that contain artificial flavorings. Besides popcorn you can find candies that contain pentanedione. Eat regular popcorn and add your own spices to make your food smell tasty.

5 Items You Have That Contain Toxins Microwave Popcorn

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