So what exactly is BPA? Bisphenol A or BPA is a chemical that is used in making plastic. As convenient as plastic is, there are major health concerns of using this additive.
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What are the affects of BPA?
Bisphenol A or BPA, mimics estrogen in the body. Some plastics leach BPA when the plastic comes in contact with oil and fatty foods, especially during heating and microwaving and as a result of harsh cleaners. Of major concern is the exposure to BPA over long term exposure.Bisphenol A has been linked by scientists to cancers, impaired immune function, early onset of puberty, obesity, diabetes, hyperactivity, decreased sperm count, increase prostate size, hormonal changes and estrogen level changes. That's quite a list.
How Do I Know If My Product Has BPA?
The coding on the bottles can help you identify if you are using a polycarbonate item.- 1 PETE: Used for soft drink, juice and water containers.
- 2 HDPE: Used in opaque plastic milk and water jugs.
- 3 PVC or V: Used for cling wrap.
- 4 LDPE: Used in grocery store bags and plastic wraps.
- 5 PP: Used in "cloudy" plastic containers such as baby bottles.
- 6 PS: Used in disposable cups and Styrofoam.
- 7 Other: Usually polycarbonate. Commonly used in most plastic baby bottles, clear plastic sippy cups and water bottles.
So containers or plastic labeled 1, 2, 4, or 5 are the containers that are suggested usage. Avoid using containers labeled 3, 6, 7.
The majority of plastic baby bottles are made of polycarbonate. If you must use a polycarbonate, there are percautions you can take.
- Do not use bottles that are old and/or scratched.
- Do not use polycarbonate containers in the microwave.
- Do not clean with harsh detergents as this will cause the plastic to wear.
- Do not place high temperature liquids in polycarbonate containers
YES, There Is An Alternative!
Many companies are now making Bisphenol A (BPA) Free Products available to the public. Such as theAdiri Natural Nurser
Dr. Brown's Standard Bottle (3-Pack)
Evenflo Classic Glass Bottle (6-Pack)
Nuby Non-Drip Polypropylene Bottles (3-Pack)
My favorite is the Adiri Natural Nurser which is the Winner of the Medical Design Excellence Award 2008
Dr. Browns 3 Pack Polypropylene Bottles - 8 Oz
Are there other BPA Free Products?
Today, manufacturers are realizing the importance and demand for BPA Free products and have come out with many products that are BPA free.Pacifiers, Teethers, rubber ducky's for our children's bath and even highchairs.
BPA Free Pacifiers
Natursutten BPA-Free Natural Rubber Pacifier, Orthodontic, 0-6 Months
Amazon Price: $8.95 (as of 01/01/2010) 
Philips Avent BPA Free Translucent Pacifier, 0-3 Months
Amazon Price: $5.99 (as of 01/01/2010)
Natursutten BPA-Free Natural Rubber Pacifier, Rounded, 0-3 Months
Amazon Price: $8.95 (as of 01/01/2010)
BPA Free Teethers
Natursutten BPA-Free Chill-It Teether, Fish, 3-12 Months
Amazon Price: $11.60 (as of 01/01/2010)
Green Sprouts Teether Keys
Amazon Price: $7.99 (as of 01/01/2010)
Philips Avent Range Middle Teeth SCF882/01 (BPA-Free), Classic
Amazon Price: $5.99 (as of 01/01/2010)
BPA Free Toys
Nuby BPA FREE No-spill Sippy Gripper Cup 10 Oz - boy colors
Amazon Price: $8.99 (as of 01/01/2010)
Nuby No Spill Cup, Colors May Vary, 2 Pack, 10 Ounce
Amazon Price: $5.99 (as of 01/01/2010)
Thinkbaby Trainer Cup, Orange, 9 Ounce
Amazon Price: $8.99 (as of 01/01/2010)
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- www.pureearthnoosa.com www.pureearthnoosa.com Sep 3, 2008 @ 9:28 pm
- This is great information to know & i will be throwing out all the bottles i have in the home.
Please come in & visit me site if you like, also Natural Organic products but for hygiene & cleaning plus much more products & some great info.
Sandy
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- herbie66 herbie66 Aug 30, 2008 @ 11:33 am
- Welcome to the 'Pregnancy and Baby' Group
( http://www.squidoo.com/groups/pregnancy-baby )
5 stars for your great lens!
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- monarch13 monarch13 Aug 23, 2008 @ 6:34 pm
- Thanks for joining The Healthy, Wealthy and Wise Group. 4 stars!
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- BPAFree BPAFree Aug 11, 2008 @ 11:57 am
- Great Lens. I think many people still are unaware that BPA is not just a cause for concern for babies drinking from bottles containing BPA but from other products in our everyday lives. Please check out my BPA Free Baby Bottles blog for additional details.
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