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HOME & OFFICE TOXINS EXPOSURE – ART & OFFICE SUPPLIES

Friday, March 29, 2024 9:38 AM

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Here are common supplies to watch for -
Taken from the book “Staying Healthy with Nutrition.” 
By Elson M Haas, MD

• Glues – Epoxy contains vinyl chloride, formaldehyde, and ethanol. “super glue” has acrylonitrile, phenol, and naphthalene – all are toxic. 
• Permanent ink markers – these contain acetone, toluene, xylene, ethanol, and cresol. 
• Liquid correction fluid – this contains cresol, trichloroethylene, naphthalene, and ethanol. 
• Computer terminals – staring at these for long periods may cause eye irritation, headache, and fatigue, as well as neck, shoulder, and back pains. 
• Television – this may cause eye irritation, headache, and fatigue.
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