Primary suspects are laundry detergents and bleach, household cleaners and pesticides. Bleach is being linked to the rising rates of breast cancer in women, reproductive problems in men and learning and behavioral problems in children. N. Chemicals get into our body through inhalation, ingestion and absorption. We breathe 10 to 20 thousand liters of air per day. There are more than 3 million poisonings every year.
Household cleaners are the number one cause of poisoning of children.
The Canadian Lung Association and the Asthma Society of Canada identify common household cleaners and cosmetics as triggers. Behavioral problems have long been linked to exposure to toxic chemicals and molds. S. Chemical and environmental sensitivities are known to cause all types of headaches. T. Labeling laws do not protect the consumer - they protect big business. V. Formaldehyde, phenol, benzene, toluene and xylene are all found in common household cleaners, cosmetics, beverages, fabrics and cigarette smoke.