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Plastic food storage containers can degrade over time, potentially leaching chemicals and shedding microplastics. Here are some signs and tips to help you determine when to toss your plastic containers: Signs to Look For Scratches and Cuts: If your plastic...
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BPA is toxic and banned in Canada and the US, right? Not exactly. BPA was only banned in the manufacturing of baby bottles. There is no restriction on its use in food containers. There is also no restriction on the use of BPS or BPF, which are the hormone-disrupting replacements often used to create "BPA-Free" products, which scientific studies show is no safer. Here's a simple illustration to show which household products contain BPA, how it leaches into your food and simple ways to dramatically reduce your exposure to it.
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