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(Medical-NewsWire.com, March 15, 2015 ) Westendorf, Tirol -- Antibacterial soap and hand sanitizers are widely used throughout the U.S. in environments where there's an increased risk of illness. Approximately 75 percent of those products contain the chemical triclosan, an ingredient the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is examining for its safety after 40 years of common usage.
"Triclosan is used in the manufacturing process of multiple items," said Helga Riedmann, founder of Mountainbreeze Naturals. "It can be found in kitchen utensils, toys and furniture, along with soaps, deodorants and mouthwash."
The chemical triclosan is regularly used in everyday items ranging from cosmetics to trash bags, but began its rise to prominence in healthcare settings where it was used as an antibacterial. The FDA is now investigating the safety of triclosan after animal testing showed a link between the chemical and hormone regulation.
While widely used, triclosan is one of a variety of ingredients that was placed in wide scale use in 1972, decades before current guidelines and regulation by the FDA went into effect. Triclosan never received FDA approval, nor was it recognized as safe due to inconclusive testing and evidence of the time.
Studies by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) in 2009 indicated that the chemical decreased testosterone levels. Research at other facilities showed that triclosan delays muscle contractions and has a profound disruptive effect on the human endocrine system. Rats exposed to the chemical exhibit weaker muscles and fish swim slower. Scientists are concerned that triclosan may be contributing to antibiotic resistant bacteria, early puberty and infertility.
The proliferation of chemicals and additives in everyday products was a motivating force in the founding of Mountainbreeze Naturals. Riedmann supports consumers' desire for natural and organic products that are safe for people, pets and the environment. The company's Funga-Free antifungal soap was created to address the need for an antifungal product utilizing botanicals rather than synthesized ingredients.
The antifungal soap by Mountainbreeze Naturals provides consumers with an all-natural alternative to products containing triclosan. The FDA has been slow to act in connection with the chemical and the firm offers an effective remedy to fight viruses, fungi and bacteria with its tea tree oil formula.
About Mountainbreeze Naturals
Founded by Helga Riedmann, Mountainbreeze Naturals is a nutraceutical firm headquartered in Austria. The company specializes in natural and organic health and beauty products that utilize Australian tea tree oil.
Funga-Free from Mountainbreeze. An antifungal soap and Body Wash product line to help fight against fungal and bacterial infections.
Mountainbreeze Naturals
Helga Riedmann
43-5333-2307
orders@mountainbreezenaturals.com
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