Plastics to AVOID and Why

3 plastic container types to avoid whenever possible:

3 (PVC) – A possible carcinogen. Found in bottles and clear food packaging, number 3 plastics may release toxins into your food and drinks. The risk is heightened when these containers are put through the dishwasher, heated up or frozen. Flexible plastics may contain BPA as well.

6 (PS) - Number 6 plastics are what we call Styrofoam. These can release toxins into our food when heated up.

7 (OTHER) - Found in baby bottles, water bottles and food containers, number 7 containers can leach bisphenol A - a hormone disruptor that can lead to neural and behavioral problems in children. BPA is a synthetic hormone that can stimulate premature puberty.

Remember, BPA is only one of the 150 "Poor Food" ingredients that we identify in our book, "Rich Food, Poor Food," enabling consumers to be safer and healthier as they navigate the grocery store. Read "Rich Food, Poor Food" to learn about the others and improve the quality and safety of every item you put into your grocery cart.

http://www.livestrong.com/blog/tips-to-avoid-toxins-in-packaged-foods/?utm_source=newsletter&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=0522