Most people associate cancer risk with smoking, pollution, or processed junk food, but what if the biggest threats were hiding in their own homes? Everyday household items—things used for cooking, storing food, and even freshening up the air—can contain harmful chemicals that may increase cancer risk over time. From non-stick cookware to scented candles, here’s a closer look at 7 cancer-causing things lurking at home and how to replace them with safer alternatives.
