Most of the time we end up buying the things that we don’t need, it happens because companies often use targeted methods to influence us which lure us into buying unwanted things and we make sure that we use them in our daily lives. To understand it better, here is a list of things that most of you have at home, and you really think about the quality, just because they are affordable and handy doesn’t mean that you should buy them.We don’t know what these things are and decide whether you want to continue using them or not.

Plastic Food Containers

plastic has a role in modern society it is an essential part of our children’s toys mobile phones, computers cars practically everything is used on a day-to-day basis. But there is a difference between the plastic on your phone and the plastic that come into contact with your food. For instance, plastic containers you used to store food and the plastic bottle you used to drink water. Plastic is made from toxic materials, it contains a super toxic compound called Bisphenol-A (BPA). Most of the company claims that their product is BPA free and is perfectly safe to use, this is not true. Using plastic containers for storing your food can lead to a variety of health problems, including reproductive issues, opacity and plastic is terrible for our planet too. The best solution is to go for glass, or stainless steel containers.

Crocs

If you wear crocs, then stop using them right away. These rubber shoes can create terrible blisters, foot sweat, smelly feet and don’t provide the necessary stability for the heel, which can cause various different problems such as foot pain, calluses formation and toe deformities. Whatever footwear you choose, make sure to pot for the one with the solid shank to prevent any discomfort while walking.

Makeup Products

Have you shared your makeup products with your friend? You might think it’s common to share lip balm lipstick or as basic as a makeup brush with your best friend but while doing so have you ever wondered whether it’s safe to share your beauty products with someone? If you have been doing this, you need to stop right away. Sharing your lipstick, mascara, foundation, makeup brush, or razors can transfer innumerable bacteria to your skin. In order to avoid communicating bacteria and viruses, you should always refrain from sharing your beauty products and stick to your own makeup.

Nonstick Cookware

Nonstick cover in the non-stick cookware is made of perfluorinated chemicals, which can be bad for your health. As when the cookware temperature goes beyond 230ºC, the cooking surface extracts some volatile substances. According to a study, the presence of these chemicals in human blood can cause the formation of cancer cells.

Toilet

Development has brought so many unhealthy habits, let’s take an example of sitting in the toilet. Yes, that’s right. Sitting in the 90-degree angle on a toilet seat disrupted the natural passage of the intestine. In the worst cases, it can cause constipation, irritable bowels, and haemorrhoids. The correct posture in 45-degree angle, yes you guessed that correct just like the Indian toilet. Sitting like this is better for your health, you can put a stool under your legs to sit in the correct posture.

Antibacterial Soap

Antiseptic soaps contain the amount of triclosan which can impact the immune system and makes the body resist the antibiotic absorption. It can also cause muscular dystrophy and hormonal imbalance. According to research, you can easily wash off the bacterias from your hands using a simple soap.

Storing Supplements

Some people store their whey protein or pre workout supplements in the fridge to reduce the exposure to moisture, specifically in humid climates. Do not store the supplements in the refrigerator as if you remove them and leave open, the moisture will accumulate due to condensation and degrade the supplement and consuming such supplement may not be good for your health. So, it is better to store the powdered products in the various small containers instead of one large container.

Did you know about these unhealthy habits? Do you know about unhealthy habits that need to be stopped? Feel free to share with us in the comment section below.