Study Finds BPA is More Dangerous for Young Children
Published: 14 January 2008
Category: Bisphenol A (BPA), Cancer, Packaging CONCERNS, Reproductive/Hormonal Changes, Studies/State & Federal Regulations
The Globe and Mail reports a new U.S. study on bisphenol A (BPA), a plastics compound, indicates that the chemical may be more dangerous for young children than for adults. BPA is used in the manufacturing of polycarbonate baby bottles, and because BPA can allegedly mimic estrogen, some researchers reportedly suspect it is linked to prostate and breast cancer. The peer-reviewed journal Reproductive Toxicology is expected to issue findings of the research study next week.