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BPA – another reason to “read the label”

BPA is linked to prostate and breast cancers, diabetes, and heart disease. Now, the mainstream media is catching on.Just last week, both USA Today and the New York Times featured articles on the dangerous of BPA in canned foods and sodas.    According to new research, people who regularly eat canned foods or bottled drinks have higher levels of BPA in their system. And these higher levels can make people more likely to suffer from disease.To avoid BPA in your food, use glass containers or cans labeled “BPA free.” Some companies sell soups in soft containers made from paper instead of metal cans. Also, look for bottles made of polycarbonate plastic (PC). Check the bottom of the bottle and look for a “PC” label. If you

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