Plastic Bags etc.
Dear sir,
One Brainz had on Answer com answered a question on plastic and plastic bags. I am just reproducing the same for general information with Curtsey to it. I have no contribution to the write up. My only question is we speak about so many things and ideals but in action we are not only in active but pseudo supporters of injurious and harmful things. Why can not we stop plastic industries for production of plastic bags? We speak about adverse effects of wine and liquor.We also celebrate a week every year on “Prohibition” but whole year the government is busy in earning revenue through it.
Food has been stored by people in containers made from plastic, for quite some time. Lately with the safety of food being a primary concern, plastic as a device for food storage is being investigated. With current research and studies being performed on contaminated food, the web is a valuable tool in getting information so as to avoid food poisoning from E. coli and salmonella, or even to avoid potential ailments triggered by the use of plastics.
Research has indicated that EDC's, (Endocrine Disrupting Chemicals), are present in plastics. Cancer and disruption to sex hormones can be caused by these chemicals. The recommendation is that food should be stored in containers that are a substance other than plastic so that food cannot be contaminated in this way. It's best to use a glass or stainless steel container to keep phthalates from leaching out and contaminating food.
People are also worried about using plastic dishes to microwave food. Most experts warn against it anyway. To be safe, it is wise to refrain from utilizing plastic containers to heat food in the microwave and to minimize the amount of direct contact between plastic cling wrap and food that is heated in the microwave!!!.
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