Another study has shown that the toxin bisphenol-A, is still being found in register receipts from various stores. Bisphenol-A is an endocrine disruptor which has been linked to cancer, cardiovascular disease, diabetes, early puberty in kids, and sexual dysfunction. YOU are exposed to it more often than you think.
Bisphenol-A(BPA)is mainly used as a hardener for plastics. However, it's also found in some canned foods and cash register receipts. Try to limit you exposure to these items and buy BPA free plastics/products. Make sure you are using BPA free water and baby bottles and throw out any old, cloudy, or visibly worn plastics.
Check out the links below for some articles and tips.
Have a great week and remember every little bit helps!
http://www.latimes.com/health/boostershots/la-heb-bpa-on-money-20101208,0,1735042.story
http://www.emaxhealth.com/1506/ewg-lab-tests-confirm-bpa-customer-receipts
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Saturday, December 11, 2010
BPA in Store Receipts
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