I'm one that normally doesn't believe in stories like the one on plastics and the Nalgene bottles but lately I've been thinking there has to be some truth to some of these things. There have to be links to our environment and/or the food we eat and cancer.

I've heard a lot recently about plastic and infertility issues. I never had an issue and I'm not intending on having any more children BUT I have three daughters so I am concerned.

So I guess my question is how do you feel about the issue of plastics and could someone who has educated themselves tell me if this bisphenol A is found in all plastics or just some types.

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AMY

Bisphenol A current uses are as a primary monomer in polycarbonate plastic and epoxy resins. Bisphenol A is also used as an antioxidant in plasticizers and as a polymerization inhibitor in PVC.

Polycarbonates are widely used in many consumer products, including sunglasses, CDs, water and food containers, and shatter-resistant baby bottles. Some polymers used in dental fillings and sealants also contain bisphenol A.

Epoxy resins containing bisphenol A are used to line nearly all metal food cans, including liquid and powdered infant formula containers

So answering your question is very difficult, one needs to research the products you want to consume.

I hate the fact that the canning lids I use contain Bisphenol A in them. I mean I just grew all this wonderful organic produce to can it and have the food exposed to this chemical? But I figure the food is only in contact with the lid during the actual canning process where as store bought canned food is always in contact with this chemical.

I'm working to phase out plastic from my kitchen as well as trying to phase in Sigg type water bottles as well.

It's a toss up these days. Pretty much impossible to find a good safe product anymore, and if it's "good" for you on paper, then it's most likely been made in China.....