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Hidden Pollution from Cleaning Products
Research from Purdue University advises caution when using cleaning products scented with essential oils or artificial compounds. The compounds responsible for the fragrances react with ozone in indoor air, forming very small nanometer-sized particles that can penetrate lung tissues and even enter the bloodstream. Researchers found that these particles, measuring between 1 and 30 nanometers and generated within minutes of cleaning, are often invisible to many air quality monitors, leading individuals to breathe them unknowingly. These particles are linked to health risks, including the potential to reach deep lung tissues and increase the chances of developing heart disease and diabetes—particularly related to limonene, a compound used to impart citrus scents to products. Experts recommend using unscented cleaning products, ventilating spaces during cleaning, and avoiding ozone-generating devices to minimize exposure to the harmful compounds produced by these products.
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