Toxic candles
A study has found that candles made of paraffin wax is hazardous to health
They can add a hint of romance to a meal or make taking a bath a real luxury. But the smoke produced by scented candles is laced with toxins link to cancer, asthma and eczema, a new study revealed.
The odd candles is unlikely to do any harm, but we should avoid using them day after day in bathrooms and other poorly ventilated rooms, say the researchers.
Researchers from South Carolina State University burnt a range of candles in the laboratory and collected and tested the substances given off. They found that those made of paraffin wax released potentially harmful amounts of chemicals such as toluene and benzene.
Some of the pollutants have been linked to cancer, while others could trigger asthma attacks or skin complaints. The findings were revealed at the American Chemical Society's annual conference.
Most of the candles are made of paraffin wax, a byproduct of the petroleum industry, beeswax and soy candles, which are more expensive, were given a clean bill of health in the test. - Daily Mail
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