I'm talking about 5 everyday things that are slowly killing their owners.

It is generally accepted that only home is warm and safe. They say that only behind the door of a cozy apartment can you hide from the threats of the outside world. But is this really so? Many people face no less danger at home than on the street. And their source is common household things. I’ll tell you about them today.

Air freshener

Almost everyone has a small bottle with the alluring inscription “Sea Breeze” in their toilet or living room. However, along with a pleasant smell, the kit comes with flalates - special chemical compounds that ensure the durability and longevity of the aroma.

However, they are not at all safe for the body. They cause the greatest damage to men's health. Chemical compounds cause a decrease in testosterone levels, which leads to problems with the reproductive system. When spraying a freshener, flalates settle on the skin, penetrate the respiratory tract and slowly poison the body.

If you can’t do without scented fragrances, you can make your own product. To do this you need to mix:

• 20 drops of any essential oil;
• 1 teaspoon alcohol;
• distilled water.

Pour all the ingredients into a spray bottle, shake well - the universal remedy against unpleasant odors is ready.

Remedies for moths

Small balls are placed in the closet as protection against harmful insects.Nobody likes to take out a spring woolen coat after winter and find that it is full of small holes. Moth repellents are based on naphthalene. This is a universal, potent and very dangerous substance.

Naphthalene has long been recognized by the international community as a carcinogen. With prolonged exposure, it can even cause headaches and nausea. When ingested - and small children often mistake the bright balls for candy - it causes severe poisoning.

That is why it is better to do without it in the house. Instead, pack your clothes for the winter in an airtight case - not a single moth will get through.

Chipboard furniture

Chipboards seem to us to be the material of the future. They cost much less than an array, but at the same time they look quite stylish. In appearance you can’t tell it from a real tree! But an ordinary table or chair can become deadly.

When creating furniture from chipboard, manufacturers often save on materials. The resulting compounds can be very toxic. Formaldehyde causes headaches. It also causes burning, skin irritation and active lacrimation. For allergy sufferers, this substance is completely deadly.

Not all chipboard furniture is like this. To avoid falling for an unscrupulous manufacturer, inspect the chair before purchasing. An unpleasant odor is the first sign of the presence of formaldehyde in the composition.

Sun creams

Scientists still can't decide. Just a couple of years ago, everyone was shouting that you couldn’t go outside without sunscreen. However, now the vector has changed, and the international community is talking about its danger.

Many budget products contain oxybenzone. With frequent use, it accumulates in the body and negatively affects the endocrine system.Therefore, before purchasing a cream, carefully study its composition.

Plastic dishes

Disposable plates and cups are convenient, but very toxic. Scientists recommend avoiding plastics labeled 03, 06 and 07. You should also be afraid of melamine: it is released into food, gradually causing intoxication of the body. It is better to replace plastic dishes with porcelain or glass.