August 28th, 2009
Endocrine Disruptors
International Expert Groups warns of the dangers of Bisphenol A
Research groups world-wide studying BPA issued a ‘consensus statement’ in the Journal of Reproductive Toxicology in August 2007 agreeing on the dangers of the chemical bisphenol A.
Rachel in Silent Spring warned of the dangers of everyday chemical pollutants, but even though her ideas were seen as revolutionary, we have yet to learn from her message. Chemicals like bisphenol A are now more widely used than ever.
Bisphenol A has now become too integrated into our everyday lives to easily withdraw from everyday use. Yet evidence is continually accumulating about its toxic effects on living organisms.
Fortunately, Bisphenol A is an extremely weak oestrogen mimic and it doesn’t persist in the environment. However, its ubiquity means that we are constantly taking it in through our daily interactions with contaminated everyday products.
For more information go to:
Silent Spring
