House dust increases the risk of obesity by accelerating the growth of fat cells. The more often you clean your home, the lower the risk of obesity. This opinion was expressed by scientists from Duke University..

According to them, the composition of the dust may contain microscopic chemicals that, when inhaled, enter the human body or are absorbed through the skin.. These substances cause fat cells to accumulate large amounts of triglycerides, which increases the size of the cells and causes them to divide.. The results of this study were unexpected for the scientists themselves, since it has always been assumed that the main causes of obesity are malnutrition and lack of exercise.. Now, dust in the premises has been added to these risk factors..

These are synthetic or naturally occurring components that affect the endocrine system and disrupt its activity (Endocrine-disrupting chemicals (EDC)). Once in the human body, they interact with hormones, or repeat their work.. These components include flame retardants, phthalates and bisphenol-A..

Science has already proven that EDCs have negative effects on the reproductive system, neurological and immune functions..

Now, an animal study suggests that exposure to some of these substances may cause weight gain.. Some manufacturers are already phasing out the use of EDCs in their products, but many still use them fairly widely.. American experts recently calculated that 50 mg of house dust enters the body of an average child every day through the breath and skin..

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