Caution! Talc can cause ovarian cancer

The American Academy of Pediatrics already recommends not to use a powder-talc for the treatment and prevention of diaper dermatitis in infants. This decision was taken after reviewing the information that the use of talc can harm the lungs of the child and to provoke the development of various serious diseases of the respiratory system.

Each of us ever had to use talcum powder or other products in which it is contained. Talc is widely used in industry, including the production of cosmetics, for example, face powder or talcum powder for babies.

In recent research, the experts came to the conclusion that the abuse of such drugs can be unsafe. Some substances contained in talke is able to trigger the development of ovarian cancer.

 

 

What is a powder-talcum powder?

Powder-talc consists mainly of talc — magnesium silicate. This substance of silicon, magnesium, oxygen, and hydrogen. In the natural state in talc contains asbestos.

According to some studies, the toxic substance can cause development of certain types of cancer. So, in the United States since 1970, the powder-talc is free of asbestos, there are special rules and laws that govern its production.

Nowadays talc is widely used in industry, including the substance use in the manufacture of women's cosmetics.

Most powder talc used for the care of the skin: it absorbs excess moisture, so the skin remains dry. The talcum powder prevents the appearance of rashes on the skin.

Because of this, properties of talc women use it to care for the intimate area. Due to powder this delicate part of our body remains dry. Also, the use of talc helps to avoid unpleasant odor.

 





American Association, whose activities are aimed at fighting and preventing the development of cancer, warns that, according to some studies, the use of powder-talc in the intimate area can cause the appearance of ovarian cancer.

Experts believe that when applied talcum powder on this area of women's telemicroscopy particles of the substance get into the vagina.From there, they can ascend to the uterus, fallopian tubes and ovaries. Because of this, these organs develop inflammation that creates a favorable environment for the growth and reproduction of cancer cells.

No less fraught with danger and using powder-talc to care for the delicate skin of babies. It also increases the risk of ovarian cancer in adulthood, because the microscopic particles of this substance are capable of long remain in the ovaries. It's favorable for multiplication of cancer cells Wednesday, and the risk of developing this serious disease in the future increases.

So, a study conducted in 1971 showed that 75% of cancerous tumors of the ovaries were found particles of talc. This study was conducted in 8 different countries, it was attended by 19 experts. They came to the conclusion that the likelihood of developing ovarian cancer in women using talc for the care of the intimate area is increased by 30-60 percent.

Unfortunately, despite numerous warnings of the American Association on the relationship between use of talc and ovarian cancer in women, this product remains on the market of cosmetic products.

So far no one has obliged manufacturers of powder-talc to include information about potential hazards of this tool, especially when used for personal hygiene.

 

Powder-talc: warning

After considering the results of various studies that have been conducted around the world, many manufacturers of talc decided to warn buyers about possible risks.

So, the American Academy of Pediatrics already recommends not to use a powder-talc for the treatment and prevention of diaper dermatitis in infants.

This decision was taken after reviewing the information that the use of talc can harm the lungs of the child and to provoke the development of various serious diseases of the respiratory system.

It is also reported that one should avoid the contact of talc with the mucous membranes of the eyes and nose to avoid development of respiratory diseases.

The coalition for cancer prevention, continues to struggle to contain talc cosmetics had on its label a warning of increased risk of ovarian cancer "Regular coating powder-talc in the genital area in women significantly increases the risk of ovarian cancer". published

 

P. S. And remember, only by changing their consumption — together we change the world! ©

 

Source: steptohealth.ru/talk-rak-yaichnikov/