Are Your Holiday Decorations Toxic? Separating Fact from Fiction

If you’re like many other people this time of year, you’re probably approaching the busy holiday season with a mixture of excitement and trepidation.

Celebrating with family and friends is a great way to pass the cold winter months, but it’s coupled with the pressure of travel, shopping, and plenty of other inconveniences.

And for some families, especially those with young children, the holidays can also raise worries about potential health risks as well.

It’s not uncommon to see reports this time of year about dangerous toys, toxic chemicals in Christmas decorations, and even poisonous holiday plants being a cause for concern.

The good news is that a lot of the hype around these potentially dangerous items is generally overblown. That said, you should be informed about some holiday hazards, especially if you’ve got kids (or pets) in the house.