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Can styrofoam be dangerous?

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Water dangerous?: Water can be dangerous if you can't swin and it's over your head. But 6 glasses a day is good for you. To drink out of a styrofoam cup probably totally safe. Go chewing in the cup, not so good. Put food in styrofoam and heat in a microwave and probably not safe. Just use prudence and as directed and you are probably. For peace of mind don't and use an alternative.

Answered 3/26/2013

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