As Mentioned by Mr. Harvey
September 6, 2006
| Living Better with Plastics By Dr. Andrew Weil Self Healing, September, 2006 Plastic is hailed as one of the world's greatest inventions. While its use in products such as helmets and computers makes lives safer and tasks easier, I'm wary of many kitchen plastics used to protect and serve meals. Recent studies show that when some plastics come in contact with food, certain chemicals migrate to the food and may cause an array of health problems. Scientists fear that even low levels of these chemicals may reduce immunity and alter behavior in adults and cause cancers and irreversible organ damage in fetuses and children. The good news is that you don't have to give up the convenience of your favorite plastic, because in almost all cases there are similar products made from a safer plastic or other material. Four Problem Plastics: Bisphenol A (BPA). BPA is found in many polycarbonate plastic products (often labeled as #7), such as plastic labeled as microwavable, eating utensils, linings for metal food and beverage containers, baby bottles, and other products. Polystyrene. Polystyrene, labeled as #6, is often found in foam containers and cups and sometimes in clear disposable takeout containers, plastic cutlery, and cups. Adipates and Phthalates. Many plastic-wrapped foods in grocery stores, such as meats and cheeses, are wrapped in polyvinyl chloride (PVC), often labeled as #3 plastic. Visit http://www.drweilselfhealing.com/ for more information. ©2006 Self Healing All Rights Reserved |