By Elizabeth Grossman and Environmental Health News | Wednesday, February 20, 2013
Reflection - We don't really know the exact answer from the scientists about low doses of BPA do or do not harm people. Hoping the scientists can find out the truth as soon as possible So to protect ourselves, we shouldn't buy food and try to buy more natural food. Educate people to help them get rid of toxin in their food everyday.
Summary. Bisphenol A in their canned foods and other consumer products, known as BPA. BPA is arguably the most
controversial chemical in consumer products. It is used to make polycarbonate
plastic as well as food and beverage can liners and some paper receipts and
dental sealants. More than 90 percent of Americans tested have traces of BPA in
their bodies. It sets the stage for breast and prostate cancer; people with
higher levels of exposure have an increased risk of cardiovascular disease,
obesity and diabetes. The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency and Food and
Drug Administration in deciding whether to regulate BPA in consumer products, such
as canned foods. Reacting to consumer concerns, some manufacturers already have
stopped using BPA in plastic baby bottles, receipts and other items