You’re not really sick but you don’t feel really well every morning when you wake up, often tired and unproductive? This could be because of toxins in your body. Your body is being poisoned. Toxins are substances or compounds that are harmful to the body. And source of some toxins can come from the products you are using every day. Check with us right away if you are using the following 5 products!
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1. Drinks with caffeine
Drinks such as coffee, tea, and energy drinks… make us feel more awake and excited by increasing blood sugar levels. In addition, the caffeine in these drinks causes the body to release the hormone adrenaline. It is these two factors that help us feel alert and energetic. And, admit that you like the feeling, right? However, this feeling will only be there for the first few hours after absorption. And to get that refreshing feeling back, we tend to keep consuming more.
Regular use of caffeinated beverages actually has more consequences than you think. Caffeine has the ability to inhibit and cause overload and even degeneration of the hormone glands, resulting in hormones not being regulated as usual. When you lack these hormones, you will feel tired, sometimes misinterpreted as a lack of energy, so continue to add caffeinated drinks. A vicious cycle continues.
Not only that, research shows that caffeine also affects the functioning of the kidneys, making it difficult to regulate, the body to metabolize chemicals or even be poisoned. Therefore, no matter how hungry or tired you are, keep it to 1 cup of tea/coffee/energy drink per day!
2. Wheat products
Wheat flour contains a lot of gluten – a compound that when exposed to water will thicken like glue. It is this thick and sticky nature that makes it difficult to digest, which in the long run can cause intestinal-related diseases and irritate people with stomach ulcers.
In addition, the complex carbohydrates in wheat products are scientifically proven to increase blood sugar quickly, which can easily lead to overweight, obesity, cardiovascular diseases, diabetes, and even cancer. digestive tract. Therefore, you should limit your regular consumption of wheat-based foods and if possible, you can replace them with products from other grains such as barley, rice, nuts, etc.
3. Cosmetic Chemistry
Rarely anyone thinks that everyday cosmetics used to clean the body from germs and toxins such as shampoo, shower gel, soap, and face wash… carry unexpected toxic hazards. In the above cosmetic chemicals, there are usually 3 types of compounds after DEA (Diethanolamine), MEA (Monoethanolamine), and especially TEA (Triethanolamine), which are used to create a smooth consistency, foaming ability, and fragrance for cosmetics. body care products. According to the results of experiments by the US government, these 3 compounds significantly increase the likelihood of cancers, especially liver and kidney cancer.
So, the next time you visit the supermarket, carefully read the ingredients of the cosmetics you are using. A little tip for you: the ingredients are always arranged in ratio from most to least. Therefore, you should not use cosmetics with the above 3 ingredients listed in the first 10 ingredients. These ingredients should be seen as toxins, not just ingredients with long names.
4. Mobile phone
You probably already know that some studies have proven that the microbial ecosystem on your “pet cricket” grows many times more than in places you think are dirty like the floor or the edge of the toilet seat. In fact, the surface of the phone is an ideal place to live because when used, the phone will often radiate heat, creating warm conditions favorable for bacteria to multiply and grow. A study of 200 phones found that more than 94.5% of the phone’s surface was covered with bacteria that are harmful to the body from the digestive system to the respiratory system.
In addition, modern touch screen technology makes it easier for bacteria to move from our hands to our phones, and from phones to organs such as the mouth, ears, and eyes, … increasing the incidence of infection. infectious diseases. So, regularly disinfect your “pet” by moistening cotton or soft cloth with hydrogen peroxide or alcohol and wiping the surface of the phone. Keeping things clean around you is helpful in preventing toxins from entering your body.
5. Bottled water
Plastic bottles are not only harmful to the environment but also to our bodies. Harmful compounds in plastic bottles can dissolve in water and enter our bodies when consumed. These compounds are responsible for a number of neurological dysfunctions and may also be carcinogenic. They also disrupt hormones in the body, causing premature aging.
So how to replace these convenient but toxic plastic bottles? There are many types of BPA-free (BPA-free) bottles on the market today. You can use these bottles to easily refill water and take it with you. It can be a lifesaver for convenience; but for the best health, use a jar or glass.
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