Hand Sanitizers – More HARM than GOOD!

Posted: August 10th, 2010 | No Comments »

To accompany our piece on gym safety. This week’s Venus Tip is about hand santizers.

These sanitizers are everywhere and often used in lieu of handwashing. A recent study found that pure water is more effective in removing gastro-intestinal virus germs from your hands than both, anti-bacterial soap and hand sanitizer. Hand sanitizer is no substitute for washing hands.

The non-organic sanitizers are full of chemicals and alcohol. Did you know that a 2 ounce bottle contains as much alcohol as four shots of vodka. This can lead to alcohol poisoning in children. The overuse of sanitizers can also lead to a compromised immune system, which makes one resistant to antibiotics and at a higher risk for contagious diseases.

Ditch the chemical santizers, wash your hands regularly and stock up on a great organic, chemical-free sanitizer. I love E. O. Lavender Hand Sanitizer.

Please note: The above research is from a pediatrician writing for Parenting Magazine.