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Is your paraben habit making you fat?

01.06.2006

Submitted by idealbite on Fri, 01/06/2006 - 6:00pm.
The Bite:
We interrupt our regular easy-breezy style to bring you this important nugget o’ knowledge: Parabens are synthetic preservatives found in shampoos, make-up foundations, shaving gels and even food. They have a chemical structure similar to estrogen that interferes with production of the body’s natural hormones - potentially leading to weight gain (and more importantly, containing potential links to cancer). So, look for products that don’t contain any parabens - methyl, propyl or butyl - to ward off the pounds and other health risks.
The Benefits: 
  • Shed some pounds.  We wish we could back that up with personal experience, but until then, we defer to the studies.
  • Protect yourself and the environment from cancer-causing components.  Products containing parabens and other dangerous chemicals are often flushed into our water systems after use, spreading even to the people who are avoiding them.
  • Preserve your looks naturally. Buy self-preserving organic products like moisturizing body oils made from organic cocoa butter, sunflower oils, peppermint oil, coconut oil, and organic spearmint oil. They stay preserved naturally for up to 18 months.
Personally Speaking: 
Go grab a bottle from your bathroom and scan the ingredients. You’ll be shocked how many contain parabens. We’re working to phase out paraben products with each new replacement purchase, and hope to be totally paraben-free by the end of 2006.
Wanna Try: 
Try products with natural preservatives:

Cocktail Fact

In 1995, the W.H.O. estimated that there were 200 million obese adults worldwide. By 2000, that number skyrocketed to 300 million.

Bang For The Bite

Paraben-free products are extraordinarily difficult to find – even some of our favorite green companies use them in most of their products.

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marsha  on March 23, 2009 at 01:51 PM 1
A friend of mine talked to me about your ideal bite on shampoo. What brand of shampoo does not contain any of the synthetic chemicals you listed?
maria rempfer  on April 06, 2009 at 05:27 PM 2
I have found that using Dr. Bronner's liquid soap is not only refreshing but healthier and better for the environment. It contains 100% organic materials. The main ingredients and the secondary as well. No Parabens to be found. Pepermint is great for when your feeling sluggish and can be used from washing your hair, doing laundry to brushing your teeth. The soaps come in a variety of fragrences and can be used to clean just about anything.
Paula Quilts  on April 13, 2009 at 06:45 PM 3
I accidently went to the Made from Earth skin care website when looking for something for my research paper, and it was one of the best accidents i ever had. I tried their Organic Tea & Protein Shampoo and loved it….It has a great scent and is gentle on my scalp. Compared to the $30-40i I used to spend on organic shampoo this is an even match at a cheaper price. Best for use to make your hair fuller and fresher….
maria mills  on April 30, 2009 at 06:41 AM 4
Me too! I discovered the “Made from Earth” Tea & Protein Shampoo in New York city shopping one day – and it does fit my hair perfectly! Both the moisturizing shampoo and organic – the thickness is gives to my hair is great. My hair did start to build volume and thickness and become more moisturized. I got the best results when I left it in my hair for about 5 minutes to let the proteins go to work and infuse in my hair. Each time I use it instead of like some who take it out at a much shorter time. Hope that helps! Also – I recommend from buying online at madefromearth.com, because I saw more a lot expensive prices in the store I originally purchased from…even with the shipping costs its still cheaper online….
Dawn Elizabeth  on May 23, 2009 at 04:06 AM 5
I went shopping in morrisons the other day and discovered their new organic range shampoo. It advertises naturally plant derived, no animal testing or derived ingredients and NO PARABENS. As i didnt know what this meant i looked it up and arrived here! A really interesting page and subject having studied hair as a career. Its great to use for various hair types as well. It also advises that their primary surfactants are derived from palm kemel oil and coconut oil and contains certified organic extracts, protein(which strengthen chemically dry hair), vitamins and minerals. I use the one for coloured hair evven though i have bleached and weak hair iv been able to grow my hair without breaking it.Best so far and of course PARABEN FREE.I paid 1.99 for two 4ooml bottles. BEST BUY.
joe boggs  on June 18, 2009 at 09:50 PM 6
i have tried shampoo that has natural ingredients and they do not work for me. Weight Loss Products
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Compared to the $30-40i I used to spend on organic shampoo this is an even match at a cheaper price.
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