We use so many items in our house in order to keep it clean and tidy. Most of them are advertised as a ‘Safe product’, but I reality it has harmful fumes and chemicals. No wonder, why we all suffer from unwanted illness. Most of the household items can cause cancer. And these are 7 items that you really need to be careful about.
Air Freshener
Who does not like to smell good? Thus, we all use Air fresheners in our home to keep the atmosphere fresh. But, do you know that it is really harmful and poisonous? It can cause asthma and later lung cancer. Beware of using cheap Air fresheners.
Scented Candles
For the pleasant aroma, we often use scented candles mostly in our washrooms. Most of them contain toxins. It might smell good but it is affecting your health.
Shower Curtains
Most of the shower curtains contain PVC and plastic. PVC is extremely harmful for the environment and it omits when you are taking a hot shower. It can cause reproductive problems especially to women.
Carpet cleaners
Yes, they are made of the most harmful chemical which helps to remove stubborn stains from the carpet. Inhaling such thing can cause mouth and lung cancer.
Dry cleaning products
Ever given your clothes to your washerman? Ask them if they use such products which contain etrachlorethylene or Perchloroethylene, wearing clothes after the wash is not only harmful to your health but for all those who are present near you.
Insecticides and Pesticides
The name if the product is enough to get scared. The chemicals and harmful fumes inside them are possibly the most harmful to human’s health.
Antibacterial products
Are antibacterial safe to use on bare hands and body? Of course, not! Buy organic antibacterial products which have natural oils and herbs to fight against bacteria.