Toxins In Your Home!?

Are there poisons under your sink? According to a 15-year study presented at the Toronto Indoor Air Conference, it was found that women who work at home have a 54% higher death rate from cancer than those who work away from home. The study concluded that this was a direct result of the increased exposure to toxic chemicals, many of which are found in common household products.

More than 9 out of every 10 suspected poison exposures occur at home with household products. Check your cleaning supplies to see if you have any of the most common household toxins lurking under your sink:
Carpet Cleaners - Carpet cleaning products are extremely toxic to children if ingested. The fumes given off can cause cancer and liver damage.

Chlorine - Chlorine is the one chemical most frequently involved in household poisonings and a potent pollutant. It may cause reproductive, endocrine, and immune system disorders.

Degreasers - Many commercial degreasers may contain petroleum distillates and butyl cellosolve. These chemicals can damage lung tissues and dissolve fatty tissue surrounding nerve cells.

Drain Cleaners - Drain cleaners are one the most hazardous products in the home. They can contain lye, which is a strong caustic substance that causes severe corrosive damage to eyes, skin, mouth, and stomach. These chemicals can be fatal if swallowed.

Glass Cleaners - Many glass cleaners contain ammonia. Fumes from ammonia can irritate the skin, eyes, and respiratory system.

Mold and Mildew Removers - Mold and mildew removing products often contain an acute respiratory irritant. These products may damage your lungs, eyes, and skin.

Oven Cleaners - Oven cleaners are one of the most dangerous cleaning products. They can cause severe damage to the eyes, skin, mouth, and throat.

Scouring Cleansers - Cleansers may contain butyl cellosolve, a petroleum-based solvent that can irritate mucous membranes and cause liver and kidney damage.

Toilet Bowl Cleaners - Another dangerous cleaning product. Toilet bowl cleaners can contain chlorine and hydrochloric acid with is harmful to your health by simply breathing the fumes during use.

Tub and Tile Cleaners - These cleaners can contain chlorine and may contribute to the formation of organochlorines; a dangerous class of compounds that can cause reproductive, endocrine and immune system disorders.

What can you do to stay safe?
The best way to avoid poisonings, headaches and potentially fatal situations, is to switch to green cleaners. You can make them yourself from household items such as vinegar, baking soda and lemon. You can buy eco-friendly cleaners from health and grocery stores or from an online green seller such as Shaklee (www.wellnessisez.com).