Hey there.
People have been talking about how you smell.
Don’t worry!
They say you smell great.
You probably panicked there for a second didn’t you?
All that time spent in front of the mirror trying to look and feel your best.
Some times, there’s nothing worse than hearing your appearance isn’t up to par.
But did you know that there can be side-effects to using deodorant?
Let’s talk about whether or not deodorant is bad for your health.
Does deodorant cause disease?
What chemicals does antiperspirant contain?
Is the quantity of the deodorant I’m using contributing to the problem?
Wait, can deodorant really give me cancer?
We’ll be exploring all of that AND more!
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There are so many reasons to wear deodorant.
Whether you work outdoors, or have a hot date, antiperspirant can sometimes be the defining
factor in whether or not people want to be around you.
It’s sad, but true.
Did you know that 90% of Americans between the ages of 18 and 29 put on deodorant every
single day?
For people 30 to 59, it’s over 85%!
Hey, wait just a second.
It decreased…
Where the heck did the other 5% go?
Did a few million people just randomly say, “Meh, who needs deodorant?
My significant other finds my natural B.O. a lot hotter?”
Fetishes…
Am I right, people?
While that certainly would be funny, the decline in percentage may be due to more unsettling
factors.
Since the early 2000’s, a number of studies have been conducted on the side-effects of
antiperspirant.
In particular, the aluminum ingredient has been given major focus.
Aluminum-based compounds are essential in the making of most antiperspirants.
Picture it as the dough to pizza.
You can’t have one without the other.
I’m not really sure why I used THAT example, but hey everyone loves pizza!
Stay with me here.
Aluminum-compounds act as a sort of barricade that blocks the flow of sweat from reaching
the surface of your skin.
Picture it a shield and the sweat as a sword...
How’s that for an analogy?
Alright, I’ll stop.
The aluminum compound essentially keeps your armpits smelling the way they do once your
go-to antiperspirant is applied.
However, this function has left researchers curious as to what long-term effects the aluminum
can have once absorbed by the skin.
Many even believed that aluminum-compound was a primary contributor to women’s breast
cancer.
This is due to the armpit’s proximity to the breast.
The fear was that the chemicals would absorb through the skin and slowly make their way
into the chest area, eventually reaching the breast and causing endocrine disruption in
the cells.
While this belief became a concern to researchers, some studies actually found no correlation
between breast cancer and deodorant.
As it turns out, your pores act as a block, stopping dangerous chemicals from venturing
into your body and causing harm.
Scientist have also assured deodorant users that it’s only large quantities of aluminum
you should be worried about.
This is something that isn’t located in deodorant.
That being said, you may want to check on how much aluminum you are actually consuming.
It just so happens that large quantities can sink into your system and alter your DNA.
This eventually CAN lead to cancer development.
It has also been confirmed that this same amount can disrupt estrogen receptors, which
also can be linked to breast cancer.
But I say again, the quantity in deodorant is not the issue here.
So that’s it right?
Deodorant doesn’t cause cancer.
Case closed!
Alright, now I’m onto surfing the web for cat videos.
Actually, I hear there’s a video of a 30 foot shark going around!
Just because a product has a low chance of causing breast cancer doesn’t mean there’s
zero risk across the board.
Give a chance here!
Let’s talk for a second about dementia.
Now, just because we’ve uttered the words ‘Alzheimers’ and ‘deodorant’ in the
same sentence doesn’t mean you have to toss away your can of Axe Body Spray just yet.
Here us out.
In 1965, a study was conducted on the bodies of Alzheimer’s patients.
Scientists discovered a large amount of aluminum in the brains of the deceased prompting them
to warn the medical community of the potential dangers brought on by aluminum-based products.
But after a review of the evidence was conducted, experts found no clear evidence to support
deodorant being harmful enough to cause Alzheimers.
So that’s it!
Oh I knew I was wasting my time before I even clicked on this video.
Deodorant doesn’t cause breast cancer or Alzheimers.
You had me honestly thinking I was in danger there for a second!
Hang on!
We’re not finished yet.
Why the hurry?
You got a hot date or something?
If so, you might be looking at your Old Spice a little differently after hearing this fact.
While deodorant may not directly cause Alzheimer’s, there is evidence to suggest it does play
a part in dementia.
Over the years, doctors have discovered that medications used by dialysis patients leave
large amounts of aluminum in their system.
Since your kidneys are not working as fast, they don’t process and remove aluminum as
quickly.
This lead researchers to fear that the aluminum would dissolve into their system eventually
affecting the brain, causing dementia.
Overtime, deodorant brands would begin posting labels on their products warning consumers
that they should not use deodorant if their kidneys are functioning any less than 30%.
As for kidney issues, you don’t really need to worry.
The small amount of aluminum compound in the product won’t accumulate fast enough to
cause severe damage.
That reminds us, your kidneys are really important.
When was the last time you checked up on them?
If you’re interested in taking care of your kidneys, make sure you check out our video
on 13 Foods That Make Your Kidneys Healthy!
Okay well my kidneys are operating fine, so I think I’m good to go
when it comes to deodorant.
Oh and just for the record, I do have a hot date tonight.
I’m going out just after I’m done watching the shark video, which I’m clicking right
now since this video is so use-
Are you seriously going to bail on us right now?
What part of being Besties don’t you understand?
There are plenty of other issues brought on by antiperspirants.
How about all of the allergies it causes?
Wait, what do you mean allergies?
I’ve been using this Dove stuff for like... years.
I haven’t had one allergic reaction!
Well have you ever heard of contact dermatitis?
It’s normally what occurs when your armpit is having an allergic reaction to the deodorant.
It’s normally followed by a red, itchy rash that forms in and around your pits.
Not exactly something you want your date to see.
The numerous chemicals in deodorants can also cause something known as fragrance allergy.
This can affect up to 4% of the general population.
That’s assuming most people around the globe use some sort of odor fighting product.
Along with fragrances is another important ingredient you should know about.
It’s time to discuss Parabens.
Parabens are preservatives found in body and skin care products.
This ingredients helps give your product a longer shelf life.
However, it may interfere with YOUR shelf life.
With women, parabens have to potential of interfering in the production of estrogen.
An ingredient known as Phthalates can have the same effect on men with testosterone.
It can affect your ability to reproduce as well.
There is also evidence to suggest, that Phthalates play a role in lowering IQ’s, as well as
aiding severe asthma.
So if you suffer from breathing problems, you may want to look into what type of deodorant
you’re using.
Hmm, I guess this video has been useful after all.
Well keep watching because we’re not done yet.
Aw man, not another complicated word.
That last one had like four consonants in a row.
If you’re looking for a simple vocabulary, this isn’t your lucky day in that department.
Ever heard of Triclosan?
It’s a chemical in the deodorant that is meant to fight off bacteria.
While it does so efficiently, many researchers have linked the substance to both bad hormonal
activity and poor genetics.
Want to hear something even more disturbing, over 75% of Americans have had traces of triclosan
found in their urine!
This is not a drill.
Are you going to be more careful using deodorant?
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