The five household products I never have in my home as a cancer expert
With concern about the amount of plastic entering our bodies growing, many of us are turning our attention to household items. Could everyday appliances and products actually be doing us harm?
TL;DR
- Avoid plug-in air fresheners and heavily fragranced products due to potential VOC release, opting for better ventilation or less scented alternatives.
- Replace old or damaged plastic food containers and use glass or ceramic for reheating to prevent chemical migration.
- Do not use traditional naphthalene mothballs, as they release a vapor that can be inhaled and are classified as possibly carcinogenic.
- Choose the simplest household cleaners that do the job, use them in well-ventilated areas, and never mix products unless instructed.
- Minimize unnecessary use of pesticides and insecticides, opting for non-chemical methods first and using pesticides only when needed and as directed.