Why "BPA-Free" Products May Still Be Harmful

Reducing fluid intake from plastic containers is a primary way to minimize exposure to harmful chemicals like BPA. While 'BPA-free' products are marketed as safer, they often contain similar chemicals, such as BPS and BPF, which are equally harmful and pose similar health risks.

BPA Exposure

• 00:00:05 The primary source of BPA is in can linings, which can leach into food and beverages. Alternatives to BPA, like BPS and BPF, are also harmful and pose similar health risks. Manufacturers often replace BPA with these similar chemicals in 'BPA-free' products.

Harmful Chemicals

• 00:00:33 BPA, BPS, and BPF are estrogenic chemicals that can have negative health consequences. Phthalates are anti-androgenic, and both types of chemicals are considered harmful. They are often used in plastic products and can leach into food or drinks when heated or exposed to certain conditions.