5 Toxic Substances in Deodorants

The 5 toxic substances that can be found in deodorants are:

1.Aluminum: It is especially associated with breast cancer. It is noted that it can increase the risk of Alzheimer's disease.

2.Parabens: It is thought to disrupt the hormonal balance. It is thought that it can lead to early puberty of children and hormonal cancers.

3.Propylene Glycol: It can cause damage to the central nervous system, heart and liver.

4. Phthalates: It is associated with an increased risk of birth defects. It can disrupt hormone receptors and increase the likelihood of cell mutation.

5.Triclosan: Classified as a pesticide by the FDA. It is also classified as a carcinogen by EPA.