Household Favorite EXPOSED as Cancer Risk?
By
Dr. Scott Olson, ND
Posted July 22, 2024
We all want to believe that the products we use daily are safe.
After all, if they weren’t, they wouldn’t be on store shelves, right?
Well, I hate to break it to you, but sometimes, the truth is far more alarming than we’d like to admit.
The World Health Organization (WHO) has just dropped a bombshell sending shockwaves through the health community…
They’ve officially classified talc—yes, talcum powder, the stuff in your baby powder—as “probably carcinogenic” for humans.
Let that sink in for a moment. The innocent-looking white powder you’ve been dusting on yourself (and maybe even your children) for years could be increasing your cancer risk.
The International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC), part of the WHO, made this chilling announcement on July 8, 2024.
Their decision was based on a combination of human, animal, and laboratory studies pointing to one disturbing conclusion: talc and cancer may be more closely associated than we ever realized.
Here’s what the research found:
- There’s “limited evidence” that talc can cause ovarian cancer in humans. Multiple studies have consistently shown an increase in ovarian cancer rates among women who use talc on their genitals.
- There’s “sufficient evidence” linking talc to cancer in rats. Our furry friends are often the canaries in the coal mine when it comes to health risks.
- There’s “strong mechanistic evidence” that talc shows carcinogenic signs in human cells. In other words, talc behaves suspiciously, even at the cellular level.
Even if you only use a little talc occasionally, the IARC warns that while most people are exposed to it through baby powder or cosmetics, the risk doesn’t stop there.
In fact, the most significant exposure occurs when talc is being mined, processed, or used to make products.
This means that the danger could be in your makeup, dry shampoo, or even in the air you breathe if you live near a talc processing facility.
But there’s more. This announcement comes hot on the heels of Johnson & Johnson’s $700 million settlement over allegations that it misled customers about the safety of its talc-based powder products.
While the company didn’t admit wrongdoing, it did pull the product from the North American market in 2020. Makes you wonder why, doesn’t it?
Now, I know this news might be scary. After all, talc has been a household staple for generations. But knowledge is power, and now that we know the potential risk, we can take steps to protect ourselves and our loved ones.
Here are a few things you can do:
- Check your products: Look for talc-free alternatives to baby powder and cosmetics.
- Be cautious: If you must use talc-containing products, avoid applying them to genital areas.
- Stay informed: Watch for further research and updates from health organizations.
- Spread the word: Share this information with friends and family who might be unaware of the risks.
Remember, while the evidence isn’t conclusive, it’s better to err on the side of caution when it comes to your health. After all, do you really want to take chances with something the WHO calls “probably carcinogenic”?
P.S. The EPA says this carcinogen is completely safe?!
Source:
AFP, “It’s Official: WHO Warns Talc Is ‘Probably Carcinogenic’ For Humans,” July 8, 2024.
Written By Dr. Scott Olson, ND
Nearly 25 years ago, failed mainstream medical treatments left Dr. Olson in constant pain – and his health in ruins. And that’s when he did something REVOLUTIONARY. He began his career in medicine – and dedicated his life to uncovering the true, underlying causes of disease.
Through his innovative medical practices in Tennessee and Colorado, Dr. Olson has helped cure countless seniors from across America of arthritis… heart disease… diabetes… and even cancer. All without risky prescription drugs or painful surgeries.
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