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Cleaning Agents To Get Rid Of At Home

Cleaning agents.... well, this is one of the common things that are present in almost every home. Most of us purchase a whole lot of agents every month to get rid of pesticides, to clean our bathroom tiles, to clean the floor and to keep our home spic and span.

But, did you know there are some cleaning agents which are chemically based that brings on one of the most deadliest diseases in the world, cancer? Yes, there are some products we use everyday that causes skin cancer, lung cancer due to the smell and toxins, and even breast cancer.

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It is best to keep these chemical based products at bay, and opt for safer options like home remedies. For example: lemon is the best and natural ingredient to remove stains from floors and to get rid of insects.

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Vinegar on the other hand, is good for getting rid of foul smell and can also be used to bring a perfect shine to your utensils and all types of glass items. There are many more natural ingredients you can use at home: However, take a look at some of the cleaning agents you must discard from your home, today:

Scented Candles

Scented Candles - Candlewicks contain a high amount of lead which when inhaled causes damages to your lungs. It is best to test a candle before lighting it. Using the wick of the candle, draw a line on the plain paper, if the line is grey in colour, the candle is not good to use.

Shower Curtains - You may think shower curtains are the best to use. However, the plastic which is used to make the curtain contains toxins which are unhealthy causing cancer.

Air Freshners

Air Freshners - Air freshners are another cleaning agent to get rid of in your home. Most of the freshners are marked "all-natural" or "unscented," that contain compounds called phthalates which are highly dangerous to health. Instead of using this freshner, it is advisable to use agarbati or natural incense.

Carpet Cleaners - One of the other cleaning agents to get rid of at home is carpet cleaners. The fumes in the cleaners are strong enough to harm you, thus causing lung cancer.

Story first published: Monday, August 24, 2015, 18:04 [IST]
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