#dmcs #Toxins #KidsLunch #Micrban AKA Triclosan * What is Microban and Why is it in My Kids Lunch Bag? * Microban is a “proprietary” mix of chemicals that may contain Triclosan. I’ve grown to despise that word. Most folks assume that these chemicals are meant to protect them from harmful bacteria, but the purpose of Microban is really to protect the product from deterioration. Microban’s website makes it clear enough: Built-in to products during the manufacturing process, Microban® antimicrobial product protection is engineered to protect products from bacteria, mold and in some cases algae that can cause stains, odors and product deterioration. Microban protection is not designed to protect users from disease causing microorganisms. Well now, that’s interesting, considering nearly every ad I see about products with “Microban Protection” makes me feel like it’s there to protect me from germs… The real problem is that we don’t know which antimicrobial agent is being used in a given product. And in my experience, most manufacturers haven’t been willing to disclose what they’re using. So if it turns out to be Tricolsan, we have a whole slew of new concerns at hand. Studies have increasingly linked triclosan to a range of health and environmental effects, such as skin irritation, allergy susceptibility, growth of drug-resistant bacteria or “superbugs.” dioxin contamination, hormone disruption and destruction of fragile aquatic ecosystems. Also be aware that it’s becoming more common to find Microban in kitchen products, like cutting boards, knives and sink drainers, as well as in school supplies like scissors and notebooks.
Posted on: Mon, 27 Oct 2014 20:31:16 +0000
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