Triclosan, an antimicrobial additive contained in thousands of consumer products, causes colon inflammation and exacerbates colon cancer in mice, scientists say. A news release from the American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS) says the results of the analysis indicate that health authorities might want to reinvestigate regulatory policies about the usage of triclosan.… Continue reading A Common Additive That Could Harm Your Gut
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4 Ways You Might Have A Toxic Time Bomb Ticking in Your Mouth
Researchers warn about toxic exposures in the environment and how those may lead to major health issues. Sometimes that toxicity may start in the mouth – and set the stage for serious diseases. Recent studies associate poor oral health with increased risk of heart disease, diabetes, cancer and respiratory infections. Among those studies: two in… Continue reading 4 Ways You Might Have A Toxic Time Bomb Ticking in Your Mouth
Antibacterial Soap? Skip It
Editor’s note: Recently the FDA issued a ruling prohibiting the marketing of soaps and body washes containing the “antibacterial active ingredients,” including triclosan and triclocarban. This ruling will affect millions of consumers who have used antibacterial soaps in the belief that they guard against illness. Here, the FDA explains its ruling – and what you… Continue reading Antibacterial Soap? Skip It
Antibacterials and Liver Disease
A product meant to fight bacteria could lead to liver cancer, according to researchers. The newest study of triclosan comes months after an earlier study determined that the substance showed up in the urine of people who used it. It’s also been linked to the impairment of muscle contraction and hormone disruption. Triclosan, an antimicrobial… Continue reading Antibacterials and Liver Disease