Are You Aware of the Potential Health Risks of Triclosan in Hand Soaps?

Although you may think you are giving your child extra germ fighting protection by having them wash their hands with Triclosan based antibacterial soap, new studies are reporting that Triclosan in hand soaps pose significant health risks.

Studies have shown that constantly using antibacterial agents, such as Triclosan leads to the creation of ‘super bug’ bacteria that can’t be killed off with conventional antibacterial agents. Triclosan in hand soaps will actually put our children at risk of developing these ‘super bug’ illnesses, because their body will unprepared for germs because they have been ‘over protected’ from them.

Regular hand washing with Triclosan free soap and water for 20 seconds adequately cleans hands and protects your children from viruses. Many physicians are now recommending to parents to discontinue use of Triclosan in hand soaps and give their children a good old fashioned bar of soap. And if you’re hooked on liquid hand soap there are some specially marked, ‘free of Triclosan hand soaps’, on the market today.

There are other dangers associated with Triclosan in hand soaps. When the Triclosan in hand soaps mixes with the chlorine from the tap water it can produce chloroform. When the Triclosan formed chloroform goes down the sink drains it works its way through our water system and eventually back into our systems. Studies have shown a link between Triclosan based chloroform in drinking water and some forms of cancer as well as miscarriages.

When reading labels, be aware that you won’t just find Triclosan in hand soaps. Triclosan can also be found in tooth brush handles, in hot tubs and also in some of your children’s toys.

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