We use it to keep our teeth clean, but there are actually chemicals that cause cancer.

We've all heard of the positive effects of the dental range for hygiene and better oral health. So far we have thought that besides washing, cleaning teeth with it is a healthy practice. But it turns out that there are some chemicals on dental fibers that are dangerous to our bodies.

It has been noted that people who have regularly used dental strands have had higher levels of perfuroalkl (also known as PFAS) in their blood.

This is disturbing, researchers say, because the same compounds have been linked to serious health problems such as cancer, fertility issues, and weight gain.

What are PFAS?

PFAS is a common chemical class that can help create water and fat substances. Because of this, they are present in many consumer goods, such as fast - food wrappings, kitchens, cloths of fire reactors, water - resistant clothing, etc. People are exposed to PFAS through products we use and food we eat, as well as through domestic dust and contaminated drinking water.

Why should we worry about PFAS?

Previous research suggests that higher levels of these compounds in their blood are at greater risk of kidney cancer, high cholesterol, fertility problems and ulceral colitis. PFAS high levels are linked to the lowest birth weights in newborns and thyroid diseases, weakened immunity, lowering child - rearing hormones, and so on.

Last year, a Harvard University study found that women with higher PFAS levels tend to have slow metabolism and gain more weight than those with lower levels. That was not true of men.

Should we give up the use of dental cord?

Such studies do not drastically advise you to give up because PFAS, however, is present in many situations in our day - to - day life, but with awareness of danger and widespread spread, try to limit what you can. For example, wrap your food in dishes, not in paper or bags, eat healthy, keep your environments clean, and so on.