Sperm counts are falling and cancer levels are rising. Something is very wrong somewhere, but what? The answer, says Hilary Freeman, may be uncomfortably close to home ...
http://www.guardian.co.uk/medicine/story/0,11381,1121888,00.html
From that link, near the bottom, is this list:
How your home may be poisoning you
1 Anti-perspirant deodorants: most brands of stick/cream/roll-on deodorants (not usually aerosols).
Problem ingredient: parabens. Parabens are a family of compounds widely used as preservatives in a range of cosmetics including shampoos, make-up, lotions and deodorants. Although they cannot yet be conclusively indentified as a cause of breast cancer, evidence now suggests they can act as oestrogen mimics. One, propyl paraben, has been shown to adversely affect male reproductive functions and decreased daily sperm production.
2 Toothpaste: most brands.
Problem ingredients: triclosan. Triclosan is a chlorophenol used in products such as toothpaste, soaps and body washes, including vaginal washes - as well as many household cleaning products, and even dish cloths and chopping boards - for its antimicrobial (bacteria-killing) properties. The human body is a home for many different bacteria, many of which are beneficial. However, triclosan will kill all bacteria that it comes across, irrespective of whether they are good or bad.
3 Dark hair dye
Problem ingredient: PPD (colouring agent). Hair dyes have been of concern since 1933, when they were found to contain p-phenylenediamine (PPD) and lead acetate. The darker the hair dye, the more PPD it may contain. PPD is also a suspected mutagen (a substance that causes changes to human DNA). Recent studies have suggested that those who have worked for 10 or more years as a hairstylist could have a risk of bladder cancer five times that of the general population. In 1995, more evidence linked frequent or long-term use of hair dyes by professionals to a higher incidence of non-Hodgkins lymphoma and cancer of the bone marrow. Another recent study found that women who regularly dye their hair are at a higher risk of ovarian cancer.
4 Illustrated children's pyjamas: including Disney-branded Buzz Lightyear pyjamas.
Problem ingredient: phthalates (plus nonylphenol, see below). Phthalates are a group of synthetic chemicals used as softeners in the manufacture of PVC - they are used to make the soft, glazed, plastic design on the front of the pyjama tops. Phthalates have already been banned in teething toys. They are associated with liver, kidney and testicular damage.
5 "Rubber" bath duck toy (made from PVC): including Funky Bath duck by Chad Valley, from Woolworths.
Problem ingredients: nonylphenol (plus phthalates). Nonylphenol is used in the manufacture of PVC. Studies have shown that it can mimic the female hormone oestrogen and high levels have been found in rivers where male fish have developed female characteristics. Earlier this year, research showed that the chemical had adverse effects on mammalian sperm production. A 2002 study found that nonylphenol can damage the DNA of glands that produce antibodies to fight off diseases.
6 Baby feeding bottle: including Toys-R-Us decorated feeding bottle.
Problem ingredient: bisphenol-A. Bisphenol-A is used in the synthesis of polycarbonate plastics and epoxy resins. It has been shown to cause genetic damage in mice. A study published in Environmental Health perspectives found that it acts as a hormone mimic and can damage the mammary glands, uterus and male genital tract of animals. Although plastics not containing it are available, it is very hard for a consumer to tell the difference - try using glass feeding bottles as a safe alternative.
7 Some air fresheners: including Ambi Pur parfum d'interior.
Problem ingredient: artificial musks. Most fragranced products contain artificial musks (a known liver toxin), which are increasingly being found in breast milk. They can be inhaled or absorbed through the skin or on food. Some artificial musks have already been banned. Never spray air freshener in an enclosed space.
8 Upholstered furniture
Problem ingredient: brominated flame retardants (also found in home PCs and televisions) have been linked with hormone disruption and thyroid problems. A 1999 study found that three types induced intragenic genetic recombination in mammalian cells, which is known to provoke a number of diseases, including cancer. High levels have been found in breast milk. Safe alternatives are available. Ikea has eliminated brominated flame retardants from all its furniture. TV manufacturers Hitachi, Philips and Sony are all phasing it out.
K - those are all Chemo-Toxins, a major source of cancer and other diseases.
There is another source - BioToxins, which are the waste products of bacteria and viri that make us ill[botulism, for eg.]
Viri and Bacteria are also linked with cancers and other illnesses. Modern medicine ignores all of this.
Personally, I have found alternatives for all those nasty chemicals in my home.
. For example, for
Deodorant? Colloidal Silver, which I make myself at home with a $100 unit, works for doedorant very well, no complaints!!{ CS also works for many other things, I didn't pay $100 for deodorant!]
It works so well because it kills off the bacteria that produce the offensive odor - its not just a sweat gland with foul odor ya know....
Like with deodorant, Doctors sell a lot more of 'what they are selling' by ignoring bacteria and just "medicating" the symptoms of the infestation.
This is a perfect example of whats going on in medicine. I hit a homer there!! Copy it and use it as a quote everyone, its solid.
In using CS, we avoid using chemicals that neutralise the smells. In fact, most of medical science IGNORES the bacterial and viral factors of the human body.
.
------------------aside:
Cancer and diabetis and heart disease are ALL related to bacteria and viri, but Docs refuse to discuss it or treat for it. There was news every year about how Ulcers, or fatigue, or certain caners are from a virus [H Pylori for ulcers], but still it does not translate to actually treating those infestation and infections.
.
As smart people, we would forget medical science in its current Corporate Form and adsress bacteria and viri and be healthier for it.
okay, so it started out as a consumer warning and became medical science conspiracy,
sorry.
Karlin.
http://www.guardian.co.uk/medicine/story/0,11381,1121888,00.html
From that link, near the bottom, is this list:
How your home may be poisoning you
1 Anti-perspirant deodorants: most brands of stick/cream/roll-on deodorants (not usually aerosols).
Problem ingredient: parabens. Parabens are a family of compounds widely used as preservatives in a range of cosmetics including shampoos, make-up, lotions and deodorants. Although they cannot yet be conclusively indentified as a cause of breast cancer, evidence now suggests they can act as oestrogen mimics. One, propyl paraben, has been shown to adversely affect male reproductive functions and decreased daily sperm production.
2 Toothpaste: most brands.
Problem ingredients: triclosan. Triclosan is a chlorophenol used in products such as toothpaste, soaps and body washes, including vaginal washes - as well as many household cleaning products, and even dish cloths and chopping boards - for its antimicrobial (bacteria-killing) properties. The human body is a home for many different bacteria, many of which are beneficial. However, triclosan will kill all bacteria that it comes across, irrespective of whether they are good or bad.
3 Dark hair dye
Problem ingredient: PPD (colouring agent). Hair dyes have been of concern since 1933, when they were found to contain p-phenylenediamine (PPD) and lead acetate. The darker the hair dye, the more PPD it may contain. PPD is also a suspected mutagen (a substance that causes changes to human DNA). Recent studies have suggested that those who have worked for 10 or more years as a hairstylist could have a risk of bladder cancer five times that of the general population. In 1995, more evidence linked frequent or long-term use of hair dyes by professionals to a higher incidence of non-Hodgkins lymphoma and cancer of the bone marrow. Another recent study found that women who regularly dye their hair are at a higher risk of ovarian cancer.
4 Illustrated children's pyjamas: including Disney-branded Buzz Lightyear pyjamas.
Problem ingredient: phthalates (plus nonylphenol, see below). Phthalates are a group of synthetic chemicals used as softeners in the manufacture of PVC - they are used to make the soft, glazed, plastic design on the front of the pyjama tops. Phthalates have already been banned in teething toys. They are associated with liver, kidney and testicular damage.
5 "Rubber" bath duck toy (made from PVC): including Funky Bath duck by Chad Valley, from Woolworths.
Problem ingredients: nonylphenol (plus phthalates). Nonylphenol is used in the manufacture of PVC. Studies have shown that it can mimic the female hormone oestrogen and high levels have been found in rivers where male fish have developed female characteristics. Earlier this year, research showed that the chemical had adverse effects on mammalian sperm production. A 2002 study found that nonylphenol can damage the DNA of glands that produce antibodies to fight off diseases.
6 Baby feeding bottle: including Toys-R-Us decorated feeding bottle.
Problem ingredient: bisphenol-A. Bisphenol-A is used in the synthesis of polycarbonate plastics and epoxy resins. It has been shown to cause genetic damage in mice. A study published in Environmental Health perspectives found that it acts as a hormone mimic and can damage the mammary glands, uterus and male genital tract of animals. Although plastics not containing it are available, it is very hard for a consumer to tell the difference - try using glass feeding bottles as a safe alternative.
7 Some air fresheners: including Ambi Pur parfum d'interior.
Problem ingredient: artificial musks. Most fragranced products contain artificial musks (a known liver toxin), which are increasingly being found in breast milk. They can be inhaled or absorbed through the skin or on food. Some artificial musks have already been banned. Never spray air freshener in an enclosed space.
8 Upholstered furniture
Problem ingredient: brominated flame retardants (also found in home PCs and televisions) have been linked with hormone disruption and thyroid problems. A 1999 study found that three types induced intragenic genetic recombination in mammalian cells, which is known to provoke a number of diseases, including cancer. High levels have been found in breast milk. Safe alternatives are available. Ikea has eliminated brominated flame retardants from all its furniture. TV manufacturers Hitachi, Philips and Sony are all phasing it out.
K - those are all Chemo-Toxins, a major source of cancer and other diseases.
There is another source - BioToxins, which are the waste products of bacteria and viri that make us ill[botulism, for eg.]
Viri and Bacteria are also linked with cancers and other illnesses. Modern medicine ignores all of this.
Personally, I have found alternatives for all those nasty chemicals in my home.
. For example, for
Deodorant? Colloidal Silver, which I make myself at home with a $100 unit, works for doedorant very well, no complaints!!{ CS also works for many other things, I didn't pay $100 for deodorant!]
It works so well because it kills off the bacteria that produce the offensive odor - its not just a sweat gland with foul odor ya know....
Like with deodorant, Doctors sell a lot more of 'what they are selling' by ignoring bacteria and just "medicating" the symptoms of the infestation.
This is a perfect example of whats going on in medicine. I hit a homer there!! Copy it and use it as a quote everyone, its solid.
In using CS, we avoid using chemicals that neutralise the smells. In fact, most of medical science IGNORES the bacterial and viral factors of the human body.
.
------------------aside:
Cancer and diabetis and heart disease are ALL related to bacteria and viri, but Docs refuse to discuss it or treat for it. There was news every year about how Ulcers, or fatigue, or certain caners are from a virus [H Pylori for ulcers], but still it does not translate to actually treating those infestation and infections.
.
As smart people, we would forget medical science in its current Corporate Form and adsress bacteria and viri and be healthier for it.
okay, so it started out as a consumer warning and became medical science conspiracy,
sorry.
Karlin.
