3 things you should immediately discard from your house for better health

We use various things to decorate our homes, but do you know that some things that seem normal to us can pose a serious threat to our health?

According to Harvard gastroenterologist Dr. Saurabh Sethi, there are 3 things which should not be kept in the house as it directly affects our health.

He shared a video on Instagram that was about some common items we have at home that have hidden health risks. Here are they:

Scented candles: They are commonly used to enhance the fragrance of the house. However, according to Dr. Sethi they are not good for the health as they are made of  paraffin wax, which is obtained as a by-product of petroleum. 

He said when these candles are burned, they release harmful chemicals like toluene and benzene into the air. These chemicals can cause serious diseases like cancer.

Scratched Non-Stick Pan: Non-stick pans are found in every kitchen nowadays. He said it can be dangerous for our health. The non-stick coating contains a chemical called polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE), which can release toxic fumes when heated. These fumes can cause flu-like symptoms, which is called 'polymer fume fever'.

Plastic cutting boards are used in almost every household. However, it also affects our health as plastic cutting boards leave cuts on them, in which food particles get stuck. These particles cause the growth of bacteria, which can reach our body through food. This increases the risk of stomach problems and infections.

This information is not DNA's opinion but obtained from media reports