Question 1

are plastic bottles safe?

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Yes: Generally all plastic bottles are now bpa free so you can feel safer about the plastics you are using to feed your baby. If you still have your doubts go with glass.

Question 2

pro and cons of plastic lenses?

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Lighter, etc.: Plastic lenses are a comfort especially in high power needs for eyeglasses as they are  lighter in weight for a given power.  They are, however, less durable and can scratch in normal use.  These factors can be eweighted in the udee

Question 3

what in plastic makes it so unhealthy?

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BPA and phthalates: Plastics have been found to contain bpa and phthalates.  In low doses it is thought to cause hormonal effects and impact the growth and development of babies.

Question 4

could i be allergic to plastic (maybe latex)?

Accepted Answer

Possible: An allergist can help figure that out.

Question 5

how do i remove the scratches on my plastic lenses?

Accepted Answer

You don't: That's not a medical question -- but my optometrist friends all tell me that once a plastic lens is scratched, it stays scratched. The "magic" liquid scratch erasers advertised on late-night tv are, according to them, ineffective.

Question 6

do plastic jugs/containers contain harmful chemicals?

Accepted Answer

Theoretic: Theoretic lysing of plastic molecules into the food.  No scientific evidence of harm.

Question 7

which is the best material: plastic, acrylic or metal?

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For what?: As an implant, for food storage, for cooking, as a structural element, asthetically......?
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Question 8

i accidentally ate the tip of a plastic fork, will i be okay?

Accepted Answer

: It happens, you will poop it out in 1-2 days.

Question 9

i accidentally ate the plastic wrap from summer sausage, should i worry?

Accepted Answer

No: It will pass without difficulty.

Question 10

i know that plastic fumes are bad, but how much exposure is actually bad?

Accepted Answer

Any: All burning plastic fumes are toxic. Our bodies can clear the damaging chemicals but any amount puts a stress on the detox capabilities, and some of the chemicals can cause permanent damage. There isn't any treatment to help with the detoxification after you've recovered from exposure but if you have any breathing problems you should get a pulmonary evaluation.

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