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Thursday, October 20, 2005

Study shows toxic cosmetic chemicals in developing babies

Study shows toxic cosmetic chemicals in developing babies:

'A new study commissioned by the WWF and Greenpeace reveals that alarming levels of chemicals commonly found in personal care products in baby’s umbilical cords, providing more clout for campaigners aiming to clamp down on potential causes of toxicity.'

Results of a study carried out at the University Hospital Groningen in the Netherlands
'A variety of chemicals, mainly from the phthalates family and used in every day cosmetics ranging from toothpaste to deodorants, can enter unborn babies' bodies through the umbilical cord.'

'The study, which took into count a total of 35 different chemicals, also considered a variety of other commonly used consumer goods, ranging from household cleaners, plastic packaging and those with water-proof coatings.'

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