Popular Items In Michigan Homes Could Prove Toxic To Your Health

We have been hearing for years now, that plastic is dangerous for your health's, but there is a new study that is showing that certain household plastics, could be making you and your family sick.

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A new study from NYU Langone Health, linked exposure to di-2-ethylhexyl phthalate (DEHP), to deaths from heart disease. That specific chemical can be found in many common.

Popular Items In Michigan Homes Could Prove Toxic To Your Health

In the study, they found that a majority of these plastics were used in a lot of everyday household items, that you have in your home right now, here in Michigan.

Where it's found:

• Food containers

• Toys

• Medical equipment

• Shampoo and lotion bottles

• Anything with “fragrance” on the label

DEHP has been known to cause inflammation in arteries, which leads to a higher risk of heart attacks and strokes. Back in 2018, over 356,000 deaths world-wide were attributed to some form of heart disease.

The study also found that, this specific plastic agent, was responsible for 13% of all hear-related deaths in the age group of 55-64.

How You Can Protect Yourself

I know the fear over plastics and dyes in your foods seems overwhelming, but it may be better for you in the long-term. You can avoid any future complications, by avoiding using plastic containers where possible.

• Ditch Plastic Containers -- Go with glass when possible
• Use glass or stainless steel for any drinks or food you have in your home
• Word's like fragrance, may actually have the DEHP in it.
• Look for the EWG (Environmental Working Group) check, as these are safer options.