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Sodium Lauryl Sulfate
Sodium lauryl sulfate is used as a cleansing agent and detergent.
Exposure can lead to canker sores as well as skin corrosion and irritation, according to the American College of Toxicology.
The College also reports that sodium lauryl sulfate has been linked to diarrhea, depression and death in lab rats.
Sodium lauryl sulfate by itself can have adverse effects on breathing, eyes and skin. It can remain in the body for as long as five days. It can build up in the brain, heart, liver and lungs.
Sodium lauryl sulfate is converted to nitrosamines. These strong carcinogens cause absorption of nitrates by the body.
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...
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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