7 Things That Were Normal 50 Years Ago And Are Banned Now

Lead Paint And Leaded Petrol

In the 1970s, lead was everywhere. It was in the paint on your walls, the petrol in your car, and the pipes carrying your water. We now know that lead exposure causes brain damage, developmental issues, and violent behaviour. The US banned lead paint in 1978 and leaded petrol in 1996. Most countries followed suit. Those who grew up in the 70s were literally breathing and eating poison. Somehow, we survived.