Study: Candles Smell Good, But Could Be Toxic

Study: Candles smell good, but could be toxic

A soak in a steamy tub, surrounded by candles sure seems like a great way to unwind. But new research suggests that burning certain kinds of candles may generate indoor air pollutants.

Sections:  news   living   
Topics:  air pollution   bath   candles   health   safety   smell   toxic   tub   
RELATED ARTICLES
  • Most people aren't meeting exercise guidelines
    Most adults in the USA aren't meeting the federal physical activity recommendations for both aerobic exercise and muscle-strengthening activity, according to government statistics out today. About 79% of adults don't meet the physical activity guidelines that advise getting at least 2½ hours a week of moderate-intensity aerobic activity such as brisk walking, or one hour and 15 minutes a week of vigorous-intensity aerobic activity, such as jogging. More
  • US suicide rate rose sharply among middle-aged
    Health officials say suicides among middle-aged Americans climbed at a startling rate over the past decade, a period that included the recession. Overall, the suicide rate for the age group jumped 28 percent from 1999 to 2010. And among whites, it shot up 40 percent.... More
  • Cost of feeding a family of four: $146 to $289 a week
    Latest statistics give a range of prices for feeding a family of four a healthy diet. The cost of feeding a family of four a healthy diet can run $146 to $289 a week, according to the latest numbers from the U.S. More
  • 2-year-old girl gets windpipe made from stem cells
    A 2-year-old girl born without a windpipe now has a new one grown from her own stem cells, the youngest patient in the world to benefit from the experimental treatment.... More
  • Study: New bird flu jumped directly from chickens
    Chinese scientists have for the first time found strong evidence of how humans got infected with a new strain of bird flu: from chickens at a live market. In a small study of four patients who caught the new H7N9 virus, Chinese scientists compared swabs from birds at live markets in eastern China to virus samples from patients. More
BING NEWS:
  • The secret pollutants in your home that are making you sick – from your bedding to candles and the vacuum cleaner
    FRUIT and veg are good for us, providing vitamins and cancer-fighting antioxidants. But analysis has found that 95 per cent of strawberries carry traces of PFAS – toxic chemicals thought to stay ...
    04/16/2024 - 8:25 am | View Link
  • 16 best eco-friendly candles you can burn guilt-free
    We asked experts what makes a candle eco-friendly. Here’s what to look for and 16 candles that have a smaller impact on the environment.
    04/16/2024 - 2:29 am | View Link
  • 7 Candles That Smell Just Like The Beach
    To help you find the perfect option, I’ve gathered some of the best candles that smell like the beach in a variety of styles ... and the wooden wick gives you that earthy crackling sound for maximum ...
    12/20/2023 - 11:13 am | View Link
  • How to Make Your House Smell Good
    Candles, diffusers, sprays, plug-ins ... When it comes to making your house smell good, Chrissy Fichtl, founder of Brooklyn-based home fragrance company Apotheke, says the first step is to find a ...
    12/19/2023 - 3:04 pm | View Link
  • More

 

Comment On This Story

Welcome to Wopular!

Welcome to Wopular

Wopular is an online newspaper rack, giving you a summary view of the top headlines from the top news sites.

Senh Duong (Founder)
Wopular, MWB, RottenTomatoes

Subscribe to Wopular's RSS Fan Wopular on Facebook Follow Wopular on Twitter Follow Wopular on Google Plus

MoviesWithButter : Our Sister Site

More Living News