Our own local UC San Diego University recently reported on a study of the link between Triclosan and both liver fibrosis and liver cancer in mice in a manner that may pertain to people. The evidence is strong enough that the potential for triclosan to cause human liver tumors should be evaluated, the report concluded.
Triclosan, an agent found in antimicrobial soaps, like Lever 2000, and Colgate Total toothpaste, causes liver cells called hepatocytes, to multiple and develop fibrosis, and its subjects them to oxidative stress, which can be the driving force for advanced liver disease in mice, the study’s authors wrote.
The study went into the actual biology to find similarities between mice and human liver cancers and then posited a plausible mechanism of action in humans. In the study overseen by UC San Diego, which was published Monday in the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences, scientists said triclosan’s cancer-causing risks may have been underestimated. The study is online at http://www.sandiegouniontribune.com/business/biotech/sdut-triclosan-liver-tumors-mice-humans-2014nov17-story.html.
Plastic beads and carcinogens in Crest toothpaste, carcinogens and toxins in Colgate toothpaste. Why do people still buy and use these poisonous products? If you need help finding safe, effective toothpastes and dental products just call the office (760-729-9050) or reply to this blog for more information.
Rev. Dr. Stephen A. Lawrence
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what are alternative toothpastes?
Stacy,
Great question. We get this question all the time. The best toothpaste and mouth-rinse product on the market today is the Tooth & Gums product line by the Dental Herb Company. Dentist like me have been testing toothpastes for years, by examining the bug in the mouth with a phase contrast microscope. Tooth & Gums always works and works better than anything I have ever seen.
You can buy them from the company online (http://www.dentalherb.com) or at my office in person.
Check out the blog “Natural Dental & Medical Recommended Products” on this website or the “Recommended Products” link at the top of the home page for more information.
Blessings,
Rev. Dr. Stephen A. Lawrence