Abstract

TOYS AND THEIR HEALTH HAZARDS- A REVIEW

Garima*, Singh Smriti and Tripathi Mukta

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Abstract

Toys are essential for childhood. They support motor and intellectual growth of children. But, when made from toxic elements, they pose a threat to their health. In Ayurveda, it is considered as Dushivisha or cumulative poison. The properties of ideal toys as well as the deleterious effect of Dushivisha has been vividly described in classical texts. With time, the toy market has seen a drastic change and even rules have been formulated for ideal toys. But in order to make cheap toys, manufacturers use harmful chemicals such as lead, cadmium, arsenic, phthalates, etc. This article deals with the need to create awareness regarding toxicity posed by attractive toys so that health of children may be secured.

Keywords: Toys, Dushivisha, Toxic elements.