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Burn in moderation

by Stephanie P.

www.webmd.com/lung-cancer/news/20080822/incense-linked-airway-cancers

Cancer risk from burning incense

No surprise here, burning incense regularly exposes you to carcinogens linked to airway cancers. Thankfully as much as I love the scents, I don't use incense that often to warrant much risk, but for those of you that burn incense daily as certain cultures do, you might think twice before lighting up again. Try some aromatherapy oils instead.

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5 star rating September 5, 2008

How much?

Stephanie - how much is too much? I love my incense...

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Stephanie P. says:
I'm not sure how much is too much, but clearly daily use appears risky. If the particles created eventually settle like dust, then the air quality should return back to normal. So maybe just leave the room when it's... more »

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