Bisphenol A in Plastics - BPA Use in Baby Bottles, Sippy Cups and Toys
Bisphenol A (or BPA) has concerned scientists for years. Some animal studies show it can be harmful in small amounts. Canadian officials are taking a hard stance against it, but the FDA says it's not a danger. Makers of baby gear have been making changes to their bottles, cups and other goods. These resources can help you make buying decisions and get the latest news about BPA.
BPA and Baby - Should I Be Concerned About BPA in my Baby's Bottles?
Comparing information from different sources is important when making a judgment about safety for your baby. Here, Heather Corley compares information from the baby products industry, a baby safety expert and a report from the National Toxicology Program.
Comparing information from different sources is important when making a judgment about safety for your baby. Here, Heather Corley compares information from the baby products industry, a baby safety expert and a report from the National Toxicology Program.
BPA-Free Baby Bottles
If you've already decided that you want to minimize the risk by reducing exposure to Bisphenol A, here is a list of baby bottles that are free from BPA.
If you've already decided that you want to minimize the risk by reducing exposure to Bisphenol A, here is a list of baby bottles that are free from BPA.
BPA-Free Sippy Cups
Likewise, here is a list of sippy cups that do not contain BPA. More manufacturers are doing away with this plastic in their lines, so be sure to check back for new additions to these lists.
Likewise, here is a list of sippy cups that do not contain BPA. More manufacturers are doing away with this plastic in their lines, so be sure to check back for new additions to these lists.
BPA-Free Water Bottles
BPA is used in disposable water bottles and even in reusable bottles, which many parents are using in an effort to reduce waste and be more environmentally friendly. Wendy Bumgardner notes that many of these bottles have always been BPA-free, however. She reviews several here.
BPA is used in disposable water bottles and even in reusable bottles, which many parents are using in an effort to reduce waste and be more environmentally friendly. Wendy Bumgardner notes that many of these bottles have always been BPA-free, however. She reviews several here.
High Bisphenol A Linked to Diabetes and Cardiovacular Disease
Does bisphenol A from some food containers and water bottles cause health problems in humans? A study finds people with high levels of bisphenol A are more likely to have diabetes and cardiovascular disease.
Does bisphenol A from some food containers and water bottles cause health problems in humans? A study finds people with high levels of bisphenol A are more likely to have diabetes and cardiovascular disease.
Can BPA Cause Infertility?
One of the concerns about BPA is over the possibility of impaired fertility. No parent wants to think that something as healthy as drinking water could jeopardize the ability to have a baby. Here, Rachel Gurevich says she doesn't feel potential parents should panic and she discusses some of the recent information about infertility and BPA.
One of the concerns about BPA is over the possibility of impaired fertility. No parent wants to think that something as healthy as drinking water could jeopardize the ability to have a baby. Here, Rachel Gurevich says she doesn't feel potential parents should panic and she discusses some of the recent information about infertility and BPA.
BPA Q&A: Plastic Chemical is Difficult to Avoid
This Dallas Morning News article from Jeffrey Weiss is a great starting place to learn more about BPA. It covers what it is, why you should care, the history of its use, difficulty in avoiding it and why it's so hard to determine its harmfulness in humans via scientific study.
This Dallas Morning News article from Jeffrey Weiss is a great starting place to learn more about BPA. It covers what it is, why you should care, the history of its use, difficulty in avoiding it and why it's so hard to determine its harmfulness in humans via scientific study.
BPA Coverage from the New York Times
Here you can find all the coverage Bisphenol A has received in the New York Times.
Here you can find all the coverage Bisphenol A has received in the New York Times.
The FDA on BPA - It's Safe
The Food and Drug Administration has information for consumers here and currently maintains that it is not necessary for anyone to stop using products that contain BPA.
The Food and Drug Administration has information for consumers here and currently maintains that it is not necessary for anyone to stop using products that contain BPA.
Canadian Government Taking Action Against BPA Use
The Canadian Government (Health and Environment) considers BPA harmful and is taking steps to ban its use (in some cases), reduce its use and handle its effects on people as well as the environment.
The Canadian Government (Health and Environment) considers BPA harmful and is taking steps to ban its use (in some cases), reduce its use and handle its effects on people as well as the environment.
BPA Information from the Plastics / Chemical Industry
This information comes from a consortium of groups in the plastics and chemical industries: the American Chemistry Council, PlasticsEurope and Japan Chemical Industry Association.
This information comes from a consortium of groups in the plastics and chemical industries: the American Chemistry Council, PlasticsEurope and Japan Chemical Industry Association.