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"Candlelight may be key to creating the perfect atmosphere for a romantic dinner or a relaxing bath - but it could also be a dangerous one, claim American scientists.
Researchers have found that the fumes from paraffin wax – the most common and cheapest form of candle wax – can be poisonous and even cause cancer.
Besides the more serious risks, he also suggested that some people who believe they have an indoor allergy or respiratory irritation may in fact actually be reacting to air pollutants from burning candles."
Daily Telegraph
The Sun
They can add a hint of romance to a meal or make taking a bath a real luxury.But scented candles can be bad for your health, say scientists.The smoke produced by many of them is laced with toxins linked to cancer, asthma and eczema.The odd candle is unlikely to do any harm, but we should avoid using them day after day in bathrooms and other poorly ventilated rooms, say the researchers.
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