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Updated on January 1, 2018 By Teresa | This post may contain affiliate links. See my disclosure policy here.

Toxic Chemicals at Unacceptable Levels

I recently watched a trailer for the film “Unacceptable Levels” when it comes to toxic chemicals. I am so glad that someone took the time to create it and to expose the chemical problem that we have in this country!

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Toxic Chemicals Wreaking Havoc on Our Health

As someone with Multiple Chemical Sensitivity, I personally know how toxic chemicals can wreak havoc on our health. Even though my symptoms have improved over the past year, I still have a hard time going into stores which carry toxic laundry detergent, dryer sheets, fabric softeners, air fresheners, etc. I definitely don’t walk down those aisles! Just being in close proximity causes me to have symptoms. I haven’t been able to walk down those aisles in years, nor would I want to after knowing what I know today about their cancer causing toxins. There have been many times that I’ve had to go home and wash my hair after being in a store. If I didn’t, the chemicals would just linger on me causing other symptoms to occur.

The Toxic Bucket Theory

You might think, as I once thought, that the chemicals we are exposed to are in such small amounts that they don’t affect us. It wasn’t until I encountered my own health problems that my eyes were opened. My doctor describes it as the bucket theory. Pretend that everyone has a bucket — and everyone has a different sized bucket — into which toxins go. As long as there is room in that bucket, toxic symptoms might not appear. As more toxins enter the body, that bucket keeps filling up until it eventually overflows. Once it overflows, symptoms appear and disease sets in. Normally, our bodies should be able to eliminate toxins — and reduce the amount of toxins in the bucket. However, today we are bombarded by so many chemicals on a consistent, daily basis that our bodies are on overload and the bucket keeps filling. Factor in the typical diet that Americans consume and it’s a recipe for disaster.

Hundreds of Chemicals in Our Body

Today, there are over 80,000 chemicals registered in the U.S. and used in our products. The majority of which have not been tested by the EPA. A typical person has over 200 chemicals in their body at any given time. Toxic chemicals can cause many different health problems, affecting all of our systems (immune, respiratory, endocrine, nervous, reproductive, cardiovascular) — including cell damage, hormone disruption, learning disabilities, and even cancer.

Eliminate Toxins

Due to the toxic burden we have today, it is important to reduce our toxic exposure.  Here are some steps you can take to begin reducing your toxic burden:

  • Use toxic-free laundry and cleaning products
  • Eat organic
  • The Benefits of Detox

It is so crucial and important that we eliminate toxins. Our health depends on it!

 


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It was after overcoming personal health challenges resulting from toxins, stress and an unhealthy diet that my career changed from positions in corporate America to that of a fierce advocate for health-and-wellness and living naturally. I am currently the owner of Living Natural Today and a previous radio show host on VoiceAmerica's Health & Wellness Channel. I share resources about creating a healthier, more natural home and lifestyle. Click here to download my free healthy home guide.

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