Do you own a pair this kind of sandals? If yes, well you might consider to throw those pairs away because of this!
In Germany, a research was conducted wherein they experimented on 10 pairs of clogs made from plastic material that may contain a frightening amount of carcinogen substances that could develop into certain types of cancer.
To the scientists' surprise, they found a shocking result of 60% parts of Polycylic AromaticHydrocarbons (PAHs) in the clogs.
PAHs are known to carry high carcinogenic substances that if absorbed, could cause cell mutation in the body. Its substance is harmful once inhaled and it could also penetrate the skin as it enters.
Studies also revealed that black clogs hold the highest volume of PAHs.
If you can't get rid of your favorite sandals, the doctors suggest to wear a pair of socks whenever you use them to prevent the risk of cancer and other health problems.
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