Plastics have been making our lives easier since the 1940s, but in recent years their hidden toxins have been making all the headlines. BPAs get all the press, but they aren't the only gnarly chemicals to look out for. We'll help you understand why plastic is a problem, and how to avoid the sneaky nasties in your packaging.
Plastic
Plastic
Why plastic isn't always fantastic, and how to avoid nasty chemicals in packaging.
Articles
Is plastic food packaging dangerous?
Are chemicals from plastic food containers and wrapping safe, or are they slowly poisoning us?
What are microplastics, and how bad for us are they?
You can't see them, but these tiny pieces of plastic are everywhere, even in our food.
BPA in canned foods
Baby bottles are BPA free, but you'll still find this toxic chemical in your food tins.
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