India, Sept. 12 -- Even in clean, well-kept homes, hidden health hazards can lurk in everyday items. Some seemingly harmless products may irritate your gut or affect overall wellness. Dr Saurabh Sethi, a gastroenterologist trained at AIIMS, Harvard, and Stanford Universities, shares in his September 12 Instagram post 3 toxic household items to throw away immediately. (Also read: AIIMS gastroenterologist warns 'don't spend more than 10 minutes on toilet'; shares 8 simple tips for healthy gut )

"Many of these contain phthalates, which can disrupt hormones, and paraffin wax, which can release soot and VOCs when burned," says Dr Saurabh. He adds, "These chemicals can aggravate allergies, respiratory issues, and even impact gut health over ti...