Wednesday, September 17, 2008

Researchers link BPA exposure to diabetes, heart disease, liver disorders

...there are some steps consumers can take to avoid BPA. A Japanese study of college students suggested that the major dietary source of BPA was canned beverages. Glass and recyclable plastic soda and water bottles do not contain polycarbonates.

Glass baby bottles are safe, and at least one company makes plastic baby bottles containing no BPA.

Nonrecyclable plastic containers that are made with polycarbonates are marked with the number 7 on the bottom. BPA leaching can be reduced by not microwaving food in such containers. Researchers link BPA exposure to health concerns - Los Angeles Times

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