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The Hidden Dangers Lurking in Chlorinated Water - AI Podcast

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  • Chlorine exposure from pools, tap water and cleaning products creates toxic byproducts like chloramines that damage skin, lungs and eyes, with effects building up over time
  • Even low-level chlorine exposure causes respiratory issues, skin irritation and is linked to increased cancer risk
  • Chlorine reacts with chemical sunscreens to create hormone-disrupting compounds, while also stripping protective oils from skin and hair during swimming
  • Pre-swimming protection includes applying barrier moisturizers like pure lanolin, rinsing with clean water beforehand and wearing protective swimwear to reduce chlorine absorption
  • Installing whole-house water filters, using saltwater pools instead of chlorinated ones and immediate post-swim showering significantly reduce harmful chlorine exposure
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Content provided by Briana Mercola and Dr. Mercola. All podcast content including episodes, graphics, and podcast descriptions are uploaded and provided directly by Briana Mercola and Dr. Mercola or their podcast platform partner. If you believe someone is using your copyrighted work without your permission, you can follow the process outlined here https://podcastplayer.com/legal.
Story at-a-glance
  • Chlorine exposure from pools, tap water and cleaning products creates toxic byproducts like chloramines that damage skin, lungs and eyes, with effects building up over time
  • Even low-level chlorine exposure causes respiratory issues, skin irritation and is linked to increased cancer risk
  • Chlorine reacts with chemical sunscreens to create hormone-disrupting compounds, while also stripping protective oils from skin and hair during swimming
  • Pre-swimming protection includes applying barrier moisturizers like pure lanolin, rinsing with clean water beforehand and wearing protective swimwear to reduce chlorine absorption
  • Installing whole-house water filters, using saltwater pools instead of chlorinated ones and immediate post-swim showering significantly reduce harmful chlorine exposure
  continue reading

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