Triclosan is a common ingredient in toothpaste, but could lead to inflammation and depleted gut health.
Here’s what you better know.
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And thus: Its important to know whats on that ingredient list.
According to a growing body of research, this might be bad news for your gut health.
Why is triclosan in toothpaste?
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Triclosan is an ingredientadded to many consumer products intended to reduce or prevent bacterial contamination, says the FDA.
But we dont know the significance of those findings to human health, says the FDA.
Other studies have raised the possibility that exposure to triclosan contributes to making bacteria resistant to antibiotics.
And yet, things still didnt change.
However, theres a small ray of hope.
(Yourebrushing your teeth two times a day, right?)
As the FDA points out, many household brands that contain triclosan are sold over the counter.
And thus, theyhaveto list it on the drug facts box on the packaging.
If youre looking to eliminate triclosan from your dental hygiene products drawer, check the ingredients list.
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