Most Deodorants Contain a Neurotoxin

Many natural, non-toxic alternatives are now available

Did you know that anti-perspirant deodorants are classified as an over-the-counter drug? This is because the active ingredient that prevents the sweat glands from perspiring is in fact a synthetic drug that contains aluminium (Al). Unfortunately, aluminium is a known neurotoxin that can have harmful long-term effects, and should be avoided wherever possible. Studies have linked aluminium with auto-immune diseases, Alzheimher’s, and even DNA damage. While the industry science insists that there is no need to be concerned, many studies have shown otherwise. According to a review from 2013, it was concluded that:

“… given that the toxicity of Al (Aluminium) has been widely recognized and that it is not a physiological component in human tissues, reducing the concentration of this metal in antiperspirants is a matter of urgency.”

A more recent review from 2021, concluded the following:

“… it is widely accepted that Al is a recognized neurotoxin, and that it could cause cognitive deficiency and dementia when it enters the brain and may have various adverse effects on the Central Nervous System.”

As most people have been using deodorants with aluminium and other toxins for many years, and even decades, on a daily basis, specific chiropractic care also helps to remove these toxins from the brain, by improving the lymphatic drainage. Fortunately, there are many natural alternatives, even home-made options, that are less likely to increase your toxic load and keep you smelling fresh and functioning well.

by Dr SJ NANA, DrNana.co.za

References for more information:

• Molecular mechanisms of aluminum neurotoxicity: Update on adverse effects and therapeutic strategies

• Aluminium, antiperspirants and breast cancer

• Link between Aluminum and the Pathogenesis of Alzheimer's Disease: The Integration of the Aluminum and Amyloid Cascade Hypotheses

• Mechanisms of aluminum adjuvant toxicity and autoimmunity in pediatric populations

• A multi-level response to DNA damage induced by aluminium

• Human diseases related to aluminium overload

• The biological behaviour and bioavailability of aluminium in man, with special reference to studies employing aluminium-26 as a tracer: review and study update

• Aluminium neurotoxicity: neurobehavioural and oxidative aspects

• Video: Antiperspirants & Breast Cancer

• Preliminary results after upper cervical chiropractic care in patients with chronic cerebro-spinal venous insufficiency and multiple sclerosis

• DIY Natural Deodorant… That Actually Works!

See my previous articles related to this topic:

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• Chiropractic Can Help With Tremors

• The Overlooked Man-Made Pandemic

• Chiropractic May Help With Neurological Effects of COVID Vaccines

• Why Are Nervous System Diseases On The Rise?

• Chiropractic Can Help With Anxiety & Depression

• Foods To Protect The Nervous System