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Beware of Swallowing Carcinogens While Brushing! Long-Term Use of "Synthetic Toothpaste" May Cause Taste Disorders
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2010/12/09 11:43
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NOWnews Updated: "2010/12/08 14:32" Life Center / Comprehensive Report

Have you ever wondered why oranges taste bitter and hard to swallow after brushing your teeth? Japanese medical doctor Sakashita Ei explains that the "synthetic surfactants" in toothpaste can damage the taste buds on the tongue, altering the taste of food after brushing. Toothpaste is an indispensable daily necessity for almost everyone. Even if we overlook its presence out of habit, as a product that has "intimate contact" with our bodies, its ingredients are crucial to personal health. How can we ignore the safety of its components?

Most toothpaste products on the market do not clearly list their ingredients on the packaging. Besides potentially ingesting synthetic additives unintentionally, these substances can circulate throughout the body via the bloodstream and even accumulate in the liver, damaging liver or kidney cells. Experimental results show that detergent residues were found in the liver on the first day, and within a week, they appeared in various organs, bones, muscles, and even the brain. This indicates that the liver lacks the enzymes to break down human-made chemicals, leading to toxin buildup and reduced detoxification function. Especially concerning are children's toothpastes on the market, which come in various flavors derived from "artificial sweeteners" made from chemical compounds, increasing the risk of absorbing harmful substances.

Recent media reports have also revealed that the latest U.S. research suggests long-term use of toothpaste containing the antibacterial ingredient "triclosan" by pregnant women may harm fetal brain development. Additionally, the issue of fluorescent brighteners continues to stir concern. News reports have shocked many by revealing how such unscrupulous products pervade daily life—not just BB creams, but also Chinese-made flip-flops, cotton pads, T-shirts, and even toothpaste, the closest cleaning product to our bodies. There have been alarming reports of consumers experiencing "teeth so white they glow" after use.

Sun Qijing, director of dermatology at National Taiwan University Hospital, sternly warns that fluorescent brighteners can penetrate the skin, enter the body, or irritate the skin, causing allergies, and should not be added by manufacturers. Huang Liangping, head of the chemistry department at National Taiwan University, adds that fluorescent agents are hard to break down and pose carcinogenic risks. Environmental advocates also recommend washing clothes with soap to reduce exposure to fluorescent agents. However, if we worry about residual fluorescent agents in clothing harming our health, isn’t toothpaste—which enters our mouths directly—even more terrifying?

Rather than letting these harmful ingredients endanger health—such as the "synthetic surfactants" mentioned in the "Bubble Jade Information Magazine," which can cause taste disorders by damaging taste buds over time—and listing triclosan, parabens, and synthetic fragrances as "untouchable" dangerous ingredients, why not take a closer look at the cleaning products readily available at home? Check if they contain potentially toxic components and opt for safe, gentle, and natural Japanese "additive-free" soap products to truly safeguard your family's health.

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