Triclosan is in more than just antibacterial soaps.
It is also in
- Hand soap
- Hand sanitizer
- Toothpaste
- Shampoo
- Deoderant
- Cosmetics
- Bedding
- Trash bags
- Carpet padding
- Toys
- Vacuum bags
- Pesticides
Triclosan is so prevalent that a survey by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention found the chemical present in the urine of 75% of Americans over the age of 5. It is now showing up in our lakes and waterways, not to mention human breast milk and blood plasma.
Antibacterial products kill off good bacteria as well as bad. Our bodies need good bacteria to help us digest our food and to keep harmful microorganisms from entering our bodies.
The most common illnesses (cold and flu) are caused by viruses. Antibacterials, like triclosan, have little or no effect on viruses.
Bacteria is so prevalent and reproduces so fast that it's impossible to eliminate them anyway. Only 1-2% of bad bacteria is likely to make us sick.
Manufacturers of a number of triclosan-containing toothpaste and soap products claim that the active ingredient continues to work for as long as 12 hours after use. Do you really want that on your body for that long? Besides, the FDA has said that soap with triclosan is no more effective than washing with ordinary soap and water. So why is everyone pushing it?!
Don't be afraid of germs!
Coming into contact with them on a regular basis helps boost your immune system and makes it stronger! FROM HEATHER ~
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