Employees of Simon Fraser University in Canada said that artificial Christmas trees are especially dangerous for men.
Check the materials from which are produced the Christmas tree, showed it can contain potentially toxic chemicals – manufacturers often use polyvinyl chloride, or PVC. The scientists said that Christmas PVC for fire safety is often added lead, tin or barium. Such multi-component raw materials emit into the air phthalates – volatile compounds are able to suppress testosterone production, which threatens male fertility.
In addition, experts noted, polyvinyl chloride emit gases, irritating mucous. So bought an artificial tree after installation in the apartment can cause sharp pain in eyes, watery eyes and other allergic reactions. Experts advised after purchase leave your artificial Christmas tree outdoors (on the balcony) for two or three days before you bring them in.
But natural fir are able to cause trouble. If the wood is damaged by fungus, in a warm room the development of mold will receive a new impetus – as a result of it can negatively affect the health of the household, for example, to trigger the manifestation of asthma.
Also not the superfluous will check the Christmas tree lights. According to the report of the Fund Cornell, the cords of these lights often contains a high amount of lead.
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