A 48-year-old member asked:
My niece nukes baby food in plastic containers. isnt that unhealthy for them?
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Controversial: 2 types of plastic are currently objects of concern: PVC which may contain phthalate plasticizers (labeled type 3) which may be endocrine/hormone disrupters; and polycarbonate, which is made from bisphenol-a, another endocrine disruptor (labeled type 7). This bpa plastic is found in baby bottles & allegedly tupperware products. Microwave ovens also under scrutiny for possibly—>.
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—> altering the genetic structure of foods. More studies are needed to determine the facts. Meanwhile, it shouldn't hurt to nuke foods in microwave-safe glass/ceramic containers.
May 27, 2012
Last updated Jun 10, 2014
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