Friday, May 2, 2014

Chemicals in my WHAT???

Okay, this is a touchy subject but it's an important one. Ladies, did you know that there are not any rules saying that companies have to tell us what is in our sanitary products? "Manufacturers of tampons and sanitary pads are not required to disclose the ingredients used because feminine hygiene products are considered “medical devices...Plasticizing chemicals like BPA and BPS disrupt embryonic development and are linked to heart disease and cancer. Phthalates — which give paper tampon applicators that smooth feel and finish — are known to dysregulate gene expression, and DEHP may lead to multiple organ damage. Besides crude oil plastics, conventional sanitary pads can also contain a myriad of other potentially hazardous ingredients, such as odor neutralizers and fragrances. Synthetics and plastic also restrict the free flow of air and can trap heat and dampness, potentially promoting the growth of yeast and bacteria in your vaginal area." From http://articles.mercola.com/sites/articles/archive/2013/05/22/feminine-hygiene-products.aspx.


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