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Dr. Joseph Mercola - Take Control of Your Health

The Hidden Dangers Lurking in Chlorinated Water - AI Podcast

28 Jun 2025

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Story at-a-glance Chlorine exposure from pools, tap water and cleaning products creates toxic byproducts like chloramines that damage skin, lungs and eyes, with effects building up over time Even low-level chlorine exposure causes respiratory issues, skin irritation and is linked to increased cancer risk Chlorine reacts with chemical sunscreens to create hormone-disrupting compounds, while also stripping protective oils from skin and hair during swimming Pre-swimming protection includes applying barrier moisturizers like pure lanolin, rinsing with clean water beforehand and wearing protective swimwear to reduce chlorine absorption Installing whole-house water filters, using saltwater pools instead of chlorinated ones and immediate post-swim showering significantly reduce harmful chlorine exposure

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