Experts warn/ Burning scented candles is a health hazard

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Burning scented candles is a way to make your home smell good, lift your mood and relax you.

But burning them can increase the risk of bad health problems, an expert has warned. 

Fragrance use has been linked to migraines, eye and throat irritation and a greater risk of respiratory disease.

They can also worsen pre-existing conditions, such as asthma.

This is because candles release tiny particles of other pollutants when they burn.

Some candle makers use essential oils to avoid the downsides of artificial scents. But these also come with health risks.

Most candles are made from paraffin wax, and previous studies have suggested that this may cause cancer.

Although scented candles and home fragrances only produce a small amount of particles and vapors at a time, these add up the longer we use them.

The expert said: This cumulative impact and continuous exposure to these chemicals is what leads to the potential health risks of these products./ CNA

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