Soap Toxicity
Fateh Srajeldin N.D.*
Improper washing of utensils by dishwashers may leave a film of
soap, chemicals and detergent residues on their surface. Microscopic inspection
of the surface of improperly rinsed utensils would reveal a film of chemical
stains. This film of residue would dissolve in fluids in our food and
consequently may adhere to the walls of the digestive tracks from the mouth to
the rectum.
Once the soap residue reaches the surface of the cells, it
penetrates the cell wall where it would interfere with the cellular function.
This interaction between the residue and the organic molecules
of the mucus layer on the surface of the digestive tracts will break down the
consistency of the mucus layer protecting the surface of the cells under the
mucus layer. Once the protective layer is destroyed, it will leave the cells
vulnerable and exposed to possible inflammations, ulcerations and
bacterial/viral attacks.
Once the soap residue reaches the surface of the cells, it
penetrates the cell wall where it would interfere with the cellular function and
cellular cycle. This interference leads to an improper cell function and would
alter the cellular cycle. Obviously, these changes will interfere with your
health by introducing toxic chemicals into your body.
Two recent researches studies on the effects of ingested soap
detergents with food on human health clearly pointed towards improper rinsing of
utensils by dishwashers. One study was carried on at the paediatrics department
at the University of Pittsburgh by Dr. Richard Moriarty, and the other was
carried on at the University of Utah, school of medicine by Dr. Joseph Lyon. The
results of both studies had linked ingested soap detergent to the following
diseases:
- Crohn’s disease and oesophagus Irritation
- Gastroenteritis and
- Ulcerative colitis.
Washing and rinsing tips:
- Always use fresh water.
- Always wash, rinse and wring the washing cloth or sponge.
- Always rinse dishes and utensils thoroughly after washing them.
- Flip glasses and bottles over when letting them air dry.
- Watch out for soap scum between the prongs of forks and in crevices.
- Presence of foam or bubbles is an indication of a soap film is still present.
- Re-rinse any utensil that has soapy taste to it.
- Re-rinse utensils if surface is still slippery in your hands.
- Re-rinse utensils before usage.
*) Fateh Srajeldin N.D. of Toronto Canada is the director of
the largest naturopathic and allergy clinic in North America.
Currently, he
is treating members of the royal families and dignitaries from the Gulf
region who have traveled to Canada specifically to be treated by him.
