Bisphenol A (BPA)
Cross-source consensus on Bisphenol A (BPA) from 3 sources and 12 claims.
3 sources · 12 claims
How it works
Risks & contraindications
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Where it comes from
Highlighted claims
- BPA is a chemical classified as an endocrine disruptor that mimics estrogen in the body. — Bisphenol A (BPA): Endocrine Disruption and Reducing Exposure
- BPA has a cumulative effect, building up in the body over time rather than being quickly eliminated. — Bisphenol A (BPA): Endocrine Disruption and Reducing Exposure
- BPA is found in plastic containers, bottled water bottles, canned food and drink linings, and baby bottles. — Bisphenol A (BPA): Endocrine Disruption and Reducing Exposure
- BPA is found in plastics including bottles, food storage containers, and the lining of canned goods. — Eat This to Counter Obesogens
- BPA binds estrogen receptors and exerts estrogenic effects even at low concentrations. — Eat This to Counter Obesogens
- Both plastic water bottles and aluminum cans contain bisphenol A (BPA). — Canned Water vs. Plastic Water Bottles
- Complete elimination of BPA is virtually impossible given its prevalence. — Bisphenol A (BPA): Endocrine Disruption and Reducing Exposure
- BPA is one of the most widely recognized obesogens. — Eat This to Counter Obesogens
- In aluminum cans, BPA is found in the inner lining coating. — Canned Water vs. Plastic Water Bottles
- Chronic low-level BPA exposure adds up and eventually produces measurable hormonal effects. — Bisphenol A (BPA): Endocrine Disruption and Reducing Exposure