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by Dr Joanna McMillanin Current news stories
11 Jan 2010 | 4 Comments
BPA containing baby bottles are back in the news with claims the chemical can leach into the contents and cause health problems. I take the view that we should be taking action now rather than waiting for solid evidence of harm. Canada has already banned the use of BPA in children's products and much of Europe is considering following suit. As an advocate of chemical free where possible and a mother of two young boys I choose not to use these plastics in my home. Other think such stories are scare mongering. Read my article on plastics under the articles tab above and share your own thoughts.
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Hi Joanne
It is great news that you are spreading the word on the health dangers of plastic bottles on the Today show. I have available on my website a range of safe-t-bottles which are the world's first independently tested and certified safe eco-friendly plastic drinking bottles for the whole family that don't leach nasty chemicals.
Safe-T-Bottles are made from laboratory-grade plastics which are independently tested and certified not to leach Bisphenol-A (BPA), phthalates or Xenoestrogens.
Kind regards
Suzanne
8 Jul 2010, Suzanne Phoenix, www.theredbird.com.au
<p>Hi Joanna, thanks for your great information on plastics and their possible links to some cancers. I am a bit confused about the water that is sold in these plastic bottles, and the fact it's ok to use the water that is sold in the bottles but we should not refill and drink multiple times, considering some of that water that is sold may sit in those bottles for months while the chemicals leech out into that water. Why doesn't the government legislate to protect the public considering all the evidence available? Kindest regards Jac</p>
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<p>Hi Jac</p>
<p>Although water is stored for long periods in PET bottles there isn't in fact evidence of chemical leaching occurring. There is much more risk from hot liquids in styrofoam cups, plastic lining of cans and other plastics used inappropriately in the microwave. That's why the government can't act against plastic bottles. Nevertheless from an environmental point of view we should reduce our use of plastic water bottles. </p>
<p>Joanna</p>
8 Jul 2010, jac charlton, http://web.me.com/jac96/Site/JAC_CHARLTON.html
Hey Joanna - I just wanted to say I think you are awesome! Love, your brother. X
23 May 2010, Johnnie McMillan
Dr Price,
Thank you for continuously improving our knowledge about such important topics as plastic leaching. As a mother of a 1-year old, I am very interested in finding out about better and healthier ways to look after our bub. I will certainly look for alternatives to plastics when purchasing bottles for our next baby.
I also wanted to tell you that I have chosen you to be my mentor - I am training to be a life coach and find your style and approach to life and nutrition inspiring and stimulating. Please keep doing the TV work as, I feel, that by just by being yourself you are inspiring many people out there to live a healthier and less stressful.
Ellie Rentoul
Brisbane (QLD)
8 Feb 2010, Ellie Rentoul