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Poor quality Christmas tree decorations can cause chemical poisoning.
When buying Christmas tree decorations, be sure to carefully read the composition of the products. Also pay attention to the smell of toys, as low quality ones can even cause chemical damage or a severe allergic reaction.
Manufacturers often allow small amounts of toxic substances that do not exceed the permitted concentration. However, this does not take into account that such substances can accumulate in the human body and pose a danger. Ordinary plastic jewelry is especially harmful to health.
If there is a noticeable pungent odor from plastic toys, it is better not to buy them. They can be very dangerous to the body. The same rule applies to garlands. They should not smell unpleasant, heat up during use, or be of poor quality in appearance.
Some doctors remind that in a house where there is a small child or pets, it is better to avoid Christmas toys made of glass. The danger lies not only in the fact that such decoration can fall, break and the baby will step on it. But also that a child can put glass fragments in his mouth.
Also pay attention to the appearance of Christmas tree decorations – it is better that they have a uniform structure, without beads and other small parts that children can also swallow. It is better to refuse the purchase if the decoration leaves traces of glitter or paint on your hands.
When hanging toys and garlands on the Christmas tree, make sure that they are out of reach of the baby. Children are often interested in things that shine or glow, which can get them into trouble.
