A reader sent me an excellent article on how triclosan affects the thyroid gland, that came out this week: Thyroid-Disrupting Triclosan Jumps Into the Frying Pan.

“In the past decade triclosan has been added to zillions of consumer products, including the clothes you wear and the cutting boards you use to prepare food. It is commonly in liquid hand soap/body washes, deodorant, facial cleansers, acne treatments, facial moisturizers, toothpaste, shaving cream, and some bar soaps. Such products often noticeably promote “Antibacterial Properties” in bold print on their packaging, and triclosan is typically listed in the small ingredient print when required by law.”

The article explains exactly how the thyroid gland is affected by toxic chemicals.

Environmental Working Group’s Guide to Triclosan tells you more about it, where it’s found, and how to avoid it.