There are a lot of products out there, that claim to be healthy or at least not harmful, that are in fact not that great or innocent for the consumer. Also, as more and more scientific observations or government controls occur, it is more than often that a previously considered safe product turns unsafe and often is banned from the consumption line. Here are some of those products that everyone should think twice about using or consuming.
#1 – Pressed Wood
Pressed wood was and is still used in many products, both made for indoor and outdoor use. Furniture, sub-flooring, decorative wall covers, cabinets and furniture, all of those are products in which pressed wood can be found. But, what is the issue with pressed wood? According to the EPA, pressed wood products are likely to be made using adhesives which can contain urea-formaldehyde that is released into the atmosphere. This can lead to a number of health problems, from having watery eyes and experiencing nausea, up to triggering asthma and allergies. Even the development of cancer has been linked to formaldehyde. Increasing the ventilation, especially after new sources which could release formaldehyde are brought into the home, is one way to reduce exposure.