Beware of triclosan in the toothpaste!

WASHINGTON (Reuters) - Triclosan anti-bacteria can cause colon cancer and inflammation, scientists at the University of Massachusetts have confirmed.
"MedicalXpress" published a scientific study on the risk of triclosan, which is involved in the installation of many cleaning products such as toothpaste and soap. The scientists studied the effect of triclosan on healthy and healthy test mice and found that they caused the development of colon cancer and inflammation in all mice without exception.
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"This trial confirmed that triclosan changed the structure of the biological bacteria in the intestines of mice and adversely affected their important diversity in this sensitive area of ​​the body," the researchers note.
"These results show for the first time that triclosan has a negative effect on bowel condition," said study director Gadun Zhang.
Triclosan is an artificial antibacterial and fungal substance currently used in the manufacture of toothpaste, soap, deodorant and various types of detergents. Triclosan is also used in dental treatment before the installation of fillings.