The Non Safety of Plastics
26 06 2007It’s amazing that only about two years ago, my co-workers were giving me funny looks when I said that microwaving plastic bowls (even lids) or trays just wasn’t safe. No one wanted to listen because their lunches were packed in plastic and, after all, were low in fat and calories, and most importantly, easy and quick. To have a hot lunch in only three minutes!! Wow!
The convenience of plastic has made our lives easier, yes. But at what cost? Are the health risks really worth it? From bizarre changes to the reproductive system to disruptions to the endocrine system, plastic is not as safe as it has been touted. Over the next few days, I will be posting various articles about the safety of plastic in our foods and beverages.
Through my research, I have found the safest and most practical way to carry our water. No matter which water you are drinking, it is important to carry it in a safe container. The safest and most practical alternative to plastic and glass bottles are stainless steel water bottles. There are some stainless steel water bottles out there that have a lining. This is made from aluminum, which has been linked to alzheimers, amongst other human diseases. It is important to have bottle that is stainless steel inside and out.
I’ve come across a great site with a variety of stainless steel water bottles and accessories to suit everyone’s needs. It’s called SafeCanteen.com
Click here to visit SafeCanteen.com to purchase your own stainless steel water bottle. They come in many sizes, and even have sippy adapters for the little ones. Now the whole family can drink clean water from safe containers.
Although this information has been available for years, for some reason it has been largely ignored. We feel it is time to really get the word out to make people aware. Let’s all do our part.
To read the first in the series of articles about non safety of plastics, click here. This super article is “The Hazards of Environmental Estrogens” by Michele L. Trankina.
Go to SafeCanteen.com to get your stainless steel water bottles.
Marketa & Juan,
Thank you for the awesome information about heating plastic in microwave. I kind of know its bad side a couple of years ago and stop using it, but just can’t persuade my sister to do the same for I don’t have enough information to back it up. She still heats her children’s food in the darn thing and argues that it’s the safest way to heat food!
Karen