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The Top 5 Household Toxins to Avoid

Try to use cleaning products with no toxic chemicals.

By staying aware of the hazards around your home and taking precautions to remove them, you can help protect yourself and your household from common toxins. Here are the top 5 household toxins to avoid to help you stay safe:

Bleach

• A common household cleaner, bleach can be dangerous if mixed with other chemicals (like ammonia, which creates toxic fumes) or if ingested. Always follow the instructions on the label, store it safely, use with good ventilation, and keep it out of reach of children.

Pesticides

• If you have insects and rodents around your home, pesticides are common to use but they can harm you and your pets if not handled properly. Exposure may occur through breathing, contact on your skin, or ingestion. Always read the label on any pesticide that you use, follow the instructions carefully, and store them securely.

Lead

Use materials for your plumbing that are safe.

• Lead is commonly found in old paint and in pipes (especially in older homes), and even in some toys. Lead is highly toxic, particularly to children, causing developmental and neurological damage. If you suspect lead in your home, have it tested and removed by a professional.

  • Get a hair analysis done if you think you, your pets, or your kids have been exposed to lead. Don't guess if you've been exposed! Find out for sure.

Mercury

• Mercury is still present in some vaccines, thermometers, fluorescent light bulbs, and warm-water fish (like tuna). Mercury can cause neurological damage with prolonged exposure, so handle items containing mercury with care and dispose of them at designated hazardous waste facilities.

Carbon Monoxide

• A colorless, odorless gas produced by faulty heating systems, generators, or gas appliances, carbon monoxide is deadly if it builds up indoors. Install carbon monoxide detectors in your home and have your heating systems checked yearly.

Two More

I can't resist throwing these two onto the list:

Radon

• A naturally occurring radioactive gas that can seep into homes from the ground, radon is a leading cause of lung cancer. Test your home for radon levels, especially in basements or lower floors.

Have your house checked if you think you may have asbestos or lead.

Asbestos

• Once used in building materials for its fire-resistant properties, asbestos is now known to cause cancer when its fibers are inhaled. If you live in an older home, avoid disturbing materials that may contain asbestos and consult a professional for removal.

Again, get a hair analysis done to KNOW if you have been exposed to any of these common household toxins. It's better to know than to guess.

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