Humbling Stats

Over 150 household chemicals linked to side effects

Over 150 chemicals found in the average home have been linked to allergies, birth defects, cancer and psychological abnormalities.

42% increase in asthma

In 10 years there has been a 42% increase in asthma (29% in men; 82% in women). The rate for women is believed to be due to higher exposure to home chemicals.

54% higher cancer risk

A recent study concluded that women who work in the home are at a 54% higher risk of developing cancer compared to women who work outside the home.

200,000 live infants born with birth defects each year

The March of Dimes estimates that 200,000 live infants are born with birth defects each year as a result of parental chemical exposure.

72,000 synthetic chemicals produced since WWII

More than 72,000 synthetic chemicals have been produced since WWII, and less than 2% of these have been tested for toxicity, mutagenic, carcinogenic, or birth defects.

Broad "non-toxic" designation

A product that kills 50% of lab animals through ingestion or inhalation can still be designated “non-toxic”.

Household cleaners 3x more likely to cause cancer

Toxic chemicals in household cleaners are 3 times more likely to cause cancer than outdoor air.

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