Is it possible to be too clean? Researchers say yes

Scientists are discovering that the very tools we use to battle bacteria and viruses- things like antibacterial soap and hand sanitizers- may actually end up 'training' our immune systems to attack allergens, causing the recent rise in asthma and allergies in America. NBC News, 10/8/2012

Scientists are discovering that the very tools we use to battle bacteria and viruses- things like antibacterial soap and hand sanitizers- may actually end up 'training' our immune systems to attack allergens, causing the recent rise in asthma and allergies in America.

NBC News, 10/8/2012

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