Debunked Health Myths And Old Wive's Tales

Does Using Antiperspirant Lead To Breast Cancer?

Some have been lead to believe using antiperspirants can lead to breast cancer over years of prolonged use. It has been theorized aluminum-based antiperspirants could lead to an increased risk of breast cancer, Alzheimer’s disease, and kidney disease.

A study done in 2004 discovered a high concentration of parabens in breast cancer tumors, but could not verify whether they caused cancer, or whether they were from antiperspirants. There has been no scientific evidence to back the theories that aluminum - or any other ingredients within antiperspirants for that matter - could pose a threat to your health.

So keep applying an antiperspirant before you scare away your friends, and continue reading to learn whether or not you can get sick from sitting on a toilet seat.

Will Sitting On A Toilet Seat Make You Sick?

Do you ever make a seat of toilet paper on top of the toilet seat? Or maybe hover over - hoping not to get infected by the germs - worrying you’ll get sick? Well, public restrooms aren’t as unsanitary as you may think, and the bacteria possibly lingering on the seat is not easily transmitted by the skin.

Bacteria tend to thrive in moist places, which eliminates the porcelain throne. However, if you were to use the restroom without washing your hands, you may be at risk of transmitting the bacteria. Otherwise, there is no real reason to worry about your next trip to the washroom.

When you’re all done with your business, remember to wash your hands.