Triclosan Chemical in Colgate Toothpaste Linked to Cancer, Endocrine Disruption, & More
Triclosan Chemical in Colgate Toothpaste Linked to Cancer – Many people never think about the brand names they use when brushing their teeth, showering, applying deodorant, and so on. Often times people think the more familiar the brand is, the better.
This leads people to blindly use products that are literally killing them over time. Our obsession with brand recognition is slowly poisoning the human race.
As someone who has just recently switched to an organic based toothpaste, deodorant, shampoo, food, and other products, it disturbs me to know the brands I’ve trusted my whole life contain all types of chemicals that have adversely affected my health.
One of the products that I used was Colgate toothpaste. Though it wasn’t the only brand of toothpaste I’ve used, it’s unfortunate to learn that one of the chemicals, Triclosan,
What’s even more unsettling is the fact that this chemical is used in a very wide range of household products:
- Antiperspirants & deodorants
- Cleansers and Hand Sanitizers
- Laundry Detergent
- Facial Tissues
- Antiseptic for wounds
- Preservatives that resist bacteria, fungus, mildew
- Garbage Bags
- Linens
- Mattresses
- Toys
- Toilet Fixtures
- Clothing
- Furniture fabric
- and more
The medical journal Chemical Research in Toxicology recently published a study that Triclosan encourages growth in cancer cells. There have been additional studies in recent years that prove the adverse affects this chemical causes in humans.
The chemical is dangerous both when ingested, and when it makes contact with skin. It is capable of absorbing through skin and causing endocrine disruption.
Colgate does not plan on removing the chemical from it’s toothpaste, as it is still approved by the Food and Drug Administration. The FDA, however, has released a report that admits the chemical may cause cancer.
The information has apparently been known for some time, but was concealed from consumers. It was only recently made public after a lawsuit was filed over a Freedom of Information Act request.
