Doctors named 7 dangerous objects for health in every house

Doctors said that every home has health-hazardous items that release harmful substances. They made a list of seven points and advised not to buy a similar product.

An air freshener for eliminating odors in the room was called a dangerous object. Doctors advise not to spray it in rooms where there are no windows. The air freshener contains the harmful chemical additive phthalate. The substance reduces the amount of the male sex hormone testosterone and negatively affects reproductive function. After spraying, phthalate enters the body through skin pores and respiratory organs. Experts recommend making air fresheners yourself using natural ingredients.

Moth balls based on naphthalene are harmful not only to insects, but also to humans. They cause dizziness, nausea, upset stomach and redness of the skin. It is recommended to pack clothes in airtight covers. This will preserve the clothes and health of their owners.

Chipboard furniture includes formaldehyde. It has a negative effect on the lungs, causes dermatitis, eczema, ulcers. With an excessive amount, the nervous system is affected and the risk of developing oncological diseases increases. When buying furniture, you should pay attention to pungent smells.

Cash receipts are made of heat-treated paper containing bisphenol A. This chemical disrupts the work of the endocrine system. It enters the body when the buyer picks up the check. Doctors forbade keeping cash receipts at home.

Batteries are also dangerous because they contain lead and cadmium. These substances affect the nerves, kidneys and liver. Therefore, you cannot store batteries at home.

The last item on the list of items harmful to health is plastic dishes. Its composition includes phosphates and the above-mentioned bisphenol A. Due to such dishes, calcium metabolism is disturbed. As a result, bone density decreases and the probability of fractures increases. Experts urge not to use plastic dishes.