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Triclosan (TCS)
Triclosan is an anti-microbial ingredient which is used in antibacterial products. It's found in many toothpastes, and disturbingly is also listed as a pesticide.
The EPA says that it is categorized as a pesticide which is a hazard for human beings and for the environment.
It is also classified as a chlorophenol which is a possible carcinogen. Triclosan can adversely affect estrogen and thyroid levels. The EPA has required more research on this ingredient.
Triclosan has led to cancer and liver fibrosis in lab mice, according to the National Academy of Sciences.
Sources:
Toothpaste Ingredients Dentists Say to Avoid
http://www.newsusa.com/articles/article/toothpaste-ingredients-dentists-...
What Are the Harmful Ingredients in Toothpaste?
http://www.livestrong.com/article/167101-what-are-the-harmful-ingredient...
The 'dirty' side of soap: Triclosan, a common antimicrobial in personal hygiene products, causes liver fibrosis and cancer in mice
http://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2014/11/141117154612.htm
Tags: aspartame, Diethanolamine, DEA, FD&C blue dye No. 2, saccharin, polyethylene, propylene glycol, sodium fluoride, sodium lauryl sulfate, Triclocarban, TCC, triclosan, TCS, toothpaste
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I think that '' grasshopper" is being sarcastic! Fluoride is a poison for one and they tell you the name of all the other things in toothpaste bad for humans. I personally have been using plain old baking soda to brush my teeth for a few years now and peroxide as mouthwash. We also used baking soda as children because Mom was raising 5 children and baking soda is cheap but effective cleanser. The dental hygienist told me(that's her job) it may harm my gums but turned right around and use ''baking soda powder'' to polish my teeth which she stated they use on children. This was done because I old her I wanted no fluoride of any kind put in my mouth!
December 4, 2014 - 11:18pmThis Comment
Stupid article......................10 harmful ingredients found in your toothpaste? And no mention or name of even one! I guess I'll quit brushing my teeth, I sure do not want to get poisoned or something!
December 4, 2014 - 5:56pmThis Comment
I am up to the 4th picture...........not one hint of what should NOT be in our toothpaste!!!!!
December 4, 2014 - 5:48pmThis Comment