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10 Ways To Avoid Toxic Plastic – BPA, Synthetic Estrogens and Your Child

sport-bottle.jpgLast week I wrote about a study that revealed interesting clues that may help us to understand why synthetic estrogens, including Bisphenol-A (BPA), found in many widely-used plastics, have a detrimental effect on a developing fetus.

BPA has been in the news recently; a New York Times article discusses Canada’s proposed ban, and parents have become more and more aware of the adverse effects of using baby bottles, pacifiers and soft rubber toys with their babies. But, the danger of synthetic estrogen can effect us all. So what can you do to avoid this toxin and provide a safe home for your family.?

Dr. Joesph Mercola, a well known osteopathic physician, author and natural health advocate has a few recommendations:

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