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"I had insomnia again last night, and my throat was a little itchy, maybe I had a cold. Sun Mei sat in a chair in Dr. Liu's office, looking a little tired.
After examining Sun Mei's throat, Dr. Liu Jipa nodded, "My throat is red and swollen, it is indeed a cold, you should pay attention to rest recently." Also, what dish soap do you usually use for housework at home?"
Sun Mei was a little surprised, she didn't expect Dr. Liu Jipa to ask about this, "I just used the ones that are common on the market, and I didn't pay special attention to them." ”
Dr. Liu Jipa explained: "It's actually related to your throat discomfort. There are three types of dish soaps that are high in alkaline substances and fragrances, which may not only cause dry skin and irritation on the hands, but may also affect respiratory health after long-term exposure. ”
"Those dish soaps that advertise 'super oil-relieving'. In order to improve the ability to remove oil, these products usually add more alkaline chemicals, which can effectively break down oil, but also destroy the skin's natural barrier, which can cause a dry throat and even a sore throat when used for a long time. ”
Sun Mei frowned, thinking that she had a bottle of such dish soap at home. "Dish soap with a lot of flavors and colorings. Although these products smell good and look beautiful, these additives are not beneficial to the human body and may cause allergic reactions. ”
Sun Mei regretted a little at this time, she still had a bottle of orange-flavored dish soap at home, and every time she used it, she felt that the smell on her hands was difficult to wash off.
"Dish soap with powerful disinfectant ingredients. Although these products are effective in sterilizing bacteria, prolonged use can cause damage to the skin of the hands and the mucous membranes of the respiratory tract, especially if gloves are not worn. ”
After hearing this, Sun Mei was deeply inspired, it turned out that the dish soap she used casually on weekdays was hidden behind so many things that needed attention. "In fact, as long as you choose some gentle, clearly labelled dish soap, and pay attention to wearing gloves when using it, you can greatly reduce these negative effects," says Dr. Liu. ”
Sun Mei listened carefully, and had decided in her heart that she wanted to pay more attention to these daily details to protect the health of herself and her family. On the way home, Sun Mei had been thinking about Dr. Liu Jipa's words.
She thought that in her classroom, children often have various small allergies, is it related to the cleaning supplies in the classroom?
The next day, Sun Mei observed the school and found that the school was indeed using those powerful detergents. She decided to talk to the principal to see if she could switch to a gentler cleaning product.
After listening to Sun Mei's suggestion, the principal also expressed his strong agreement. He said that some time ago, some parents reported that their children sometimes had dry skin after returning home, which was not unrelated to the cleaning products used in the school.
So, Sun Mei and the principal researched safer cleaning options together. They found a plant-based dish soap that uses mainly vegetable oils and natural extracts as the main ingredients, which is not only safe and harmless, but also effective in removing stains.
Sun Mei also invited an environmental expert to give a lecture on the effects of chemicals on the human body in daily life.
Experts mentioned that many people often only value its cleaning ability when choosing dish soap, but ignore its safety. Especially in closed spaces such as schools and homes, the use of cleaning products containing harmful chemicals can easily absorb the harmful substances that evaporate from them, and in the long run, may affect the body's endocrine system and even induce certain diseases.
After a few weeks, the school did see a drop in the number of students taking time off work because of allergies. Both Sun Mei and the principal are very satisfied with the change.
Sun Mei asked the next time she went to the hospital for a follow-up, "Dr. Liu Jipa, I am curious about the problem of dish soap you mentioned earlier, is it also related to the chemical additives in our daily diet?
"In fact, whether it is chemical additives in food or chemicals in daily necessities, excessive exposure may cause a certain burden on the human body," said Dr. Liu Jipa. Choosing products with natural ingredients as much as possible is very helpful for maintaining long-term health. Just like the changes your school has made, it's a great place to start. ”
What do you think about dish soap for dishwashing?