Facts and Myths about BPA Everyone Should Know

Facts and Myths about BPA Everyone Should Know

By Twain Yobra

Posted Thursday, November 17, 2016 at 01:34pm EST

Bisphenol A (BPA) is a chemical commonly found in plastics and coatings. And recent research shows that this chemical poses serious health risks to human beings. But there is still a lot of misinformation about BPA. So I’ve come up with a few myths and facts to help clear the air.

Myth: Canned foods have less BPA than water bottles and baby bottles.

Fact: Tests show that canned foods have higher BPA amounts than water bottles. Note that BPA levels in water bottles increases when they’re heated.

Myth: BPA from cans is neutralized in the body and it cannot hurt your health.

Fact: Several studies show that BPA from cans can ruin your health. Studies have linked it to miscarriages, infertility, heart disease, and obesity.

Myth: Exposure to low amounts of BPA doesn’t have negative effects.

Fact: Exposure to low amounts of BPA can cause hormonal imbalances. And the risks are higher for kids.

Additionally, most people are exposed to this chemical more than once. So those small amounts will have serious effects in the long run. Even though researchers have not identified any effects of low doses of BPA, they suspect it may hurt you in years to come.

Myth: It’s impossible to avoid BPA since the alternatives are pricey.

Fact: There are things you can do today to reduce BPA exposure. You could buy frozen foods. Or buy dried foods instead of canned. Or buy foods parked in Tetra Pak cartons. Act today – don’t wait until BPA is removed from packaged foods.

Myth: Only advocacy groups care about BPA.

Fact: Various countries have banned BPA, especially in baby products. Some of these countries include Canada, China, EU, and a few other countries.

Myth: Organic canned foods are safe, they don’t have BPA.

Fact: Researchers found that canned organic foods contain BPA too. Unfortunately, the manufacturers don’t mention any harmful chemicals the can may have.

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