The bedroom is considered a safe sanctuary for rest and rest. Never imagine that the proximity to the everyday object, as long as you sleep, can silently affect your health, even damaging your brain.
Researchers from Canada found baby mattresses have toxic substances as firepanic substances and phthalate that are associated with increased risk Brain damage and cancer. While the fire protection is used to reduce the flammability of the products, phthalates increase their flexibility.
The scientists’ team measured chemicals in the air of children between the ages of 6 and 4 and revealed about the level of more than two dozen phthalates, fire -mains and ultraviolet filters. The results of the study were published in the Environment Science & Technology.
Researchers have found the highest level of chemicals near baby beds. Then a satellite study was conducted to check out why the baby mattresses were a key source of chemicals. Modeling revealed that the warmth and weight of the sleeping baby could increase the release of toxicants.
“They found that even something simple as the baby’s body warmth and weight on the mattress can increase the release Toxic chemicals In the air they breathe during sleep – a factor that modern security standards do not take into account, “Jane Hulikhan, scientific director of healthy babies, bright futures, union organizations, scientists and donors to reduce infant impact neurotoxic chemicals said CNN.
“Parents should be able to put children on sleep knowing that they are safe and dense. There is a perennial history of harm to our children Cognitive function and the ability to learn. This concerns that these chemicals are still in children’s mattresses, although we know that they do not have proven fire safety assistance and are not needed to fulfill the fuel standards, “said co-authored Arlin Blum, executive director of the Green Scientific Policy Institute.
Phthalates and fire -protection are chemicals that are usually found in household items such as mattresses, furniture and toys. They are also in makeup, nail polish, hair spray, body lotion, shampoos and detergents.
As these chemicals damage the brains of children
Affect the cognitive function
The impact of phthalates was associated with a decrease in IQ in children. Nyu Langone Health research has shown that fireproof substances contributed to a significant IQ -Balov loss among children from 2001 to 2016
Problems with behavior
Prenatal impact of fire -protection, such as polybrominated differential esters (PBDES), was related to attention and hyperactivity problems.
Disturbance of hormones
Phthalates can play chaos with the endocrine system and can affect the hormone levels, which will lead to development problems.
Problems of learning
The impact of these chemicals was due to the increased risk of learning restriction as they could interfere with the brain development in critical periods.
How to avoid exposure
- Parents should choose products made of natural and non -toxic materials such as organic cotton or wool.
- Avoid plastic toys and furniture with fire.
- Wash baby linen and toys regularly to remove chemical residues. Choose low VOC paints and furniture without the addition of fire.
(From afar of courtesy: istock)
