Shampoo, Cosmetics May Form Cancer-Causing Substance in Water Supplies Anne MinardNational Geographic NewSYour shampoo may seem harmless, but it could be contributing to the formation of a mysterious, cancer-causing substanceNew research reveals that common household products such as shampoo can interact with disinfectants Cancer-causing substances called nitrosamines.Nitrosamines form in small amounts when exposed to chloramine, the disinfectant of choice The chemical—a combination of chlorine and ammonia—has been used increasingly in drinking water disinfection The study suggests "it's entirely possible that we're producing more problems—and maybe even worse problems—with chloramines,"Nitrosamines are found in a wide variety of sources, including processed meats and tobacco smoke Full report here Saturday, May 8, 2010
Shampoo, Cosmetics May Form Cancer-Causing Substance in Water Supplies
Shampoo, Cosmetics May Form Cancer-Causing Substance in Water Supplies Anne MinardNational Geographic NewSYour shampoo may seem harmless, but it could be contributing to the formation of a mysterious, cancer-causing substanceNew research reveals that common household products such as shampoo can interact with disinfectants Cancer-causing substances called nitrosamines.Nitrosamines form in small amounts when exposed to chloramine, the disinfectant of choice The chemical—a combination of chlorine and ammonia—has been used increasingly in drinking water disinfection The study suggests "it's entirely possible that we're producing more problems—and maybe even worse problems—with chloramines,"Nitrosamines are found in a wide variety of sources, including processed meats and tobacco smoke Full report here 
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There are additional problems with chloramine--some people are VERY sensitive and can get skin, digestive and/or respiratory effects--severe ones. Please see www.chloramine.org for more information.
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