(Australia-NewsWire.Com, July 22, 2013 ) Sydney, NSW -- The FDA (US Food and Drug Administration) continue their studies into BPA. BPA is a chemical used in the manufacturing of certain plastics since the 1960s and there are a few reasons why you should be using water bottles & food containers that are BPA Free.
Exposure to BPA has certain health concerns with some studies linking it to having an effect on the prostate gland as well as neurological and developmental issues. It's worth stressing however that there is a lack of research in this area and these studies are not yet conclusive and research is still ongoing. The official line in the meantime is that it is still considered to be relatively safe in low levels
Being aware of BPA & doing what you can to protect yourself from possible harm is always a good idea. So if you are concerned about BPA, there are a couple of steps you can take to reduce any potential risks. When it comes to your water bottle for example, look for one that states it is BPA-Free such as Motive8 Bottles. This brand and more can be found on Amazon.com. You should take the same steps with other plastic containers you use and try and find ones that state they are BPA free.
If you do have any plastics that aren't BPA free, it is recommended to keep them away from heat sources, such as putting them in the microwave, as it is believed heat breaks down the BPA compound causing it to leak into food or liquid or whatever it comes into contact with.
Whilst research into the health effects of BPA are still ongoing, taking measures to reduce any potential risk is easy enough for anyone to follow. So if you're at all concerned, there is no reason to panic, just replace old plastic water bottles and plastic containers with stainless steel, glass, ceramic or BPA free products instead.
About Motive8 Bottles
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