New parents and moms-to-be are often germophobes when it comes to cleaning- using unnecessary means to disinfect with antibacterial lotions, soaps, hand gels, and wipes. But reports have shown that Triclosan, an ingredient used widely as an antibiotic and preservative in personal care and cleaning products, may cause more harm than good.
Studies show that the use of Triclosan may act as an endocrine disruptor and mimic the effects of hormones and testosterone. Antibacterials such as Triclosan may also lead to bacterial resistance to antibodies.
The Environmental Protection Agency is still determining whether to regulate antibacterials such as Triclosan, but in the meantime a simple ingredients check is all we need to get the dirt on what we are buying!
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