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Let me start this post by saying I strongly encourage everyone to maintain good hygiene during flu season by using frequent hand washing. Although the use of hand sanitizer seems to be a great way to avoid bacteria when you can't wash your hands, there are many dangers associated with OTC hand sanitizers...
This post was moved to my permanent website and can be viewed in its entirety at: http://goodworkswellness.com/why-you-should-never-use-hand-sanitizer-the-dangers-of-triclosan/
While you're there, also read my post containing recipes you can use to make your own hand sanitizer: http://goodworkswellness.com/hand-sanitizer-alternatives-with-recipes/
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Let me start this post by saying I strongly encourage everyone to maintain good hygiene during flu season by using frequent hand washing. Although the use of hand sanitizer seems to be a great way to avoid bacteria when you can't wash your hands, there are many dangers associated with OTC hand sanitizers...
This post was moved to my permanent website and can be viewed in its entirety at: http://goodworkswellness.com/why-you-should-never-use-hand-sanitizer-the-dangers-of-triclosan/
OMG that is really scary and there is no one looking out for the best interest of the consumer. It seems like the more they try to prevent x the more they cause y.....ugh
ReplyDeleteYou hit the nail on the head, Hazel! It's really a shame, especially since there are so many natural alternatives available that do not have negative side effects.
ReplyDeleteWow, great explanation. I'll be watching out for Triclosan from now on.
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