It is frightening to think how many supposedly safe chemicals used everyday by almost everyone harbor real threats of danger. Items consumers don't even think about being toxic may harm them or their children with prolonged use. This is in no way a complete list of chemicals that cause damage to the nerves. Many substances impair the central nervous system and destroy nerves. Consumers must be cautious and inform themselves about the dangers in many products they use.
DEET
The chemical mosquito repellent DEET has been linked to nerve damage and neurological damage. DEET is used in many sprays and is applied to skin and clothing, and may accidentally be absorbed into food if used nearby cooking products and areas. The Environmental Protection Agency and the Centers for Disease Control both claim that DEET is safe for use, but the the EPA warns people to use it with caution. DEET can be absorbed through the skin, reach the bloodstream and be carried up to the brain, causing a seizure. DEET was created to destroy nerve cells in mosquitoes and may have the same effect when used for a prolonged period of time by a human being.
