Chemical Poisoning
Chemical Poisoning from Common Household Cleaners is becoming too commonplace.
Common household cleaners include cleaning substances, laundry products, cosmetics, garden supplies, automotive products, pesticides, toys and hobby materials, fuels, paints and pool products. These products come in many shapes, sizes and colors. Liquids, powders, granules, sprays and aerosols can easily enter the body through the mouth, eyes, nose and
skin.
Sometimes we don't really think about all the household products that can be dangerous to our health. We underestimate their harmful effects, and allow them to be in close proximity to our most vulnerable family members: children and pets. Child Poisoning As environmental scientist and National Toxics Network coordinator Jo Immig puts it, children are at far greater risk of exposure to chemicals because their bodies are still developing. They breathe in more air per body-kilogram than adults. Watch the video below for a better understanding of how 10 Americans are affected by toxin exposure. Pet Poisoning Is pet poisoning a far-fetched scenario? The truth is, dogs and cats are curious creatures; they love to lick and chew. Just imagine what could happen if a curious pet manages to get into a bottle of household cleaning solution that just happened to be lying around.
Dishwashing detergents, laundry detergents and multipurpose cleaners tend to emphasize effectiveness and cleanliness over safety. When you read the product label of the average cleaning product, it contains a warning that you should not inhale or swallow the product as this can cause irritation or poisoning. This is an indication of how harsh the contents are.
It may surprise you to learn that it is not only the labeled chemicals but also the simplest ones that can be just as dangerous. Just think of the life-threatening situations you could find yourself in if your child or your pet ever came in contact with the items on this list.
Sources of Chemical Poisoning in the Home- Metal cleaners and polishes
- Benzine
- Detergents
- Carbon tetrachloride
- Ethylene glycol
- Ammonia
- Dry cleaning fluids
- Amyl acetate
- Turpentine
- Lighter fluid
- Bleach
- Cleaning fluids
- Alcohol
- Window washing fluids
- Drain cleaners
- Bathroom bowl cleaner
- Furniture wax/polish
- Car wax
- Kerosene
- Silver polish
- Turpentine
- Paint
More Sources of Chemical Poisoning How To Clean Your House - Without Chemicals Some companies are realizing that there is a growing demand for safer cleaning products and have developed phosphate-free, ammonia-free, fragrance-free alternatives. Look for these in your supermarket aisles or online. If you can, choose organic. An organic household cleaning product with no synthetic chemicals or GMOs and made with respect for humans, the environment and Nature is your best bet. If the health and safety of your home is your top priority, I would like to recommend a solution that is safe, affordable and that protects the well-being of your loved ones. Keep reading to learn more about our range of organic household cleaning products.
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