Other Problem Plastics: Bisphenol A Isn't the Only Concern

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i'm gonna make my own journal

CrordioX of AL 12:28PM December 13, 2009

Great info. Thanks!

Sara of NC 3:40AM December 13, 2008

Let's see only double blind studies done by unfettered scientific groups, or CDC, not those sponsored by market/manufacturer ties.

Helen James of CO 1:43PM April 23, 2008

I would love to see your magazine do an in depth article on the problems with plastic. Most products, including food, household items, medical supplies, etc., come in plastic. Most plastic materials either off gas or leach chemicals out, especially when subjected to heat or cold. As William McDonough said, in his book "Cradle to Cradle", this is "product plus". You get the product plus a whole lot more stuff that you ever dreamed of - like antimony in plastic water bottles. I remember when plastic entered the consumer market back in the late 1960's and 70's. The glass industry ran a commercial on tv with the slogan "It's perfectly clear, glass is better." That slogan still fits today - perhaps more so.

Debra Norvil of IL 11:41AM April 21, 2008

Gee, once upon a time people used to say that cigarettes were safe too.

Laurie Boris of NY 6:12PM April 19, 2008

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