08 Dec This Popular Christmas Decoration Is Causing People To Be Rushed To Hospital

As the festive frivolities truly commence, so does our inherent obsession with Christmas decorations. From boughs of holly and mistletoe to gingerbread garnishes on everything, we just cannot help ourselves.

However, while we crammed our trolley with discounted decorations during Black Friday, we paid little attention to how they may affect our health. Now I know what you’re probably thinking: when is Christmas ever healthy? It’s one of the most indulgent times of the year.

But, while we are all acutely aware that devouring a whole chocolate selection box in one sitting is bad for us, we are oblivious to the damage that our decorations are doing to our bodies. It’s time to reconsider that candy cane candle that you have burning in every room of the house, because beneath the sweet scent lies a sinister secret.

The flickering flames of your favorite candle may be comforting to see at Christmas time, as you get cozy in front of a television box-set, but they actually possess a worrying amount of chemicals. According to MCS-America, who study the chemical sensitivity in everyday household items, most fragranced products contain anywhere between 3,000 and 5,000 different chemicals.

Not only that, but the US National Academy of Science has declared that fragrances should undergo neurotoxicity testing due to the alarming quantity of chemicals in artificially scented objects.

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