Passage 1Though the harmful effects of plastic on wildlife andhuman health are well documented, this material is hard toavoid. Nearly everything we touch, from grocery bags todrink botles, to food packaging, contains plastic. Now,Amsterdam's Ekoplaza supermarket is making t a litle eas-ier fo...
even sells chewable toothpaste that needs no tubes. Though it is encouraging to see companies trying to make a difference, for real change to happen, consumers have to avoid products encased in plastics, even if it means giving up their favorite food or drink. As Sutherland put it, "Plastic...
Cytogenetic damage induced by toothpastes: what is the best way to evaluate the harmful effects on oral mucosa cells?I read the manuscript of Tadin et al. [1], recently accepted for publication in the Acta Odontologica Scandinavica and titled 'In vivo evaluation of fluoride and sodium lauryl ...
There are many processes for whitening the teeth, and some of them may seem somewhat unnatural. I have seen people with teeth that are so white that you can just tell they are not real. I think it is good to make sure your teeth aren't yellow, but if shining white isn't their natu...
The two side effects of using a whitening kit are a temporary increase in tooth sensitivity and a slight irritation of the gums. Tooth Sensitivity: Sensitivity in the teeth is common 24 hours following a teeth whitening kit. If it becomes painful, STOP immediately. Honestly, teeth whitening isn...
Brush with specially formulated toothpaste to help strengthen tooth enamel, replenish natural calcium, and protect against tooth sensitivity See your dentist regularly to detect signs of tooth decay early when it is easy to correct or reverse Now you know the truth about sparkling water — it is...
Undoubtedly, not all antibacterials are bad. But triclosan is a synthetic antibacterial that functions as a pesticide. It is a commonly-found chemical in many types of drugstore toothpaste and household cleaners. Unfortunately, this chemical is a hormone disruptor and can decrease fertility, produce...
Toothpaste What are the harmful effects of sulfates? While sulfates are helpful in washing dirt and grime from our bodies, they can be harmful to your health in the following ways: Sulfate salts in the air can react to form sulfuric acid that is an irritant for the eyes, skin, and mucus...
Source: Triclosan is an antimicrobial agent often found in antibacterial soaps, cleansers, and toothpaste. Harmful Effects: Triclosan has been linked to hormone disruption, antibiotic resistance, and environmental pollution. It may also cause skin irritation and allergic reactions. Source: Dioxane is ...
One study that has been used widely as ammunition against soy lecithin is titled “Effects of a Commercial Soy Lecithin Preparation on Development of Sensorimotor Behavior and Brain Biochemistry in the Rat.” Researchers found that soy lecithin in concentrations of 2% and 5% in the diets of pregna...