Thursday, February 3, 2011

Chemicals in soap can harm children

by: David Gutierrez

The active ingredient in antibacterial soap may produce allergies in children, according to a study conducted by researchers from the University of Michigan and published in the journal "Environmental Health Perspectives."
The chemical, known as triclosan, has previously been implicated in immune system dysfunction and in disruption of the hormonal system (endocrine disruption). It can also react with the chlorine in tap water to produce carcinogenic dioxins.

Chemicals in soap can harm children

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