http://www.infobeat.com/stories/cgi/story.cgi?id=2552821831-383 An interesting story just released on the topic of Aligators. If the problem persists, kayaking among them may no longer be a cause for fear. Cheers, Philip Wylie *************************************************************************** PaddleWise Paddling Mailing List Submissions: paddlewise_at_lists.intelenet.net Subscriptions: paddlewise-request_at_lists.intelenet.net ***************************************************************************
when I was developing Sink the Stink I investigated the surfactants being used in the outdoor and scuba industry..and they were both inexpensive and bio-degradable. On doing a little more research I discovered that this whole family of surfactants used in "green" soaps, detergents, etc were powerful estrogen mimics and while chemically ok, they were a biological nightmare. I used a much more expensive surfactant made from sugar, which didn't have these properties, but most of the biodegradable soaps are a problem. I develeoped StS in 89 and I am amazed that the estogen issue is only now coming to light. This family of chemicals (nonyephenols) is also partially responsible of the lowering sperm counts in all species and the feminization of marine fauna. cya Bob Denton Vice President Undersea Breathing Systems bob_at_dnax.com http://www.dnax.com *************************************************************************** PaddleWise Paddling Mailing List Submissions: paddlewise_at_lists.intelenet.net Subscriptions: paddlewise-request_at_lists.intelenet.net ***************************************************************************
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