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Food Safety And Storing Food
By Julia Taylor-Fernandez
Food safety and the storage of food in plastic containers has
become a great concern in the past few years. With the use of
the internet to obtain vast amounts of information, share knowledge,
read news articles, review your options and learn new things about
our world, it is no surprise that the use of plastics has been
studied and reported online.
More research is being done and shared online and thus we are
gaining much knowledge about these plastic containers that we’ve
used for years.
Research has shown that plastic contains phthalates, which are
EDC’s (endocrine disrupting chemicals). These chemicals can contribute
to cancer and disrupt sex hormones receptors.
Avoid Storing Food In Plastic Containers
In order to avoid being contaminated in this fashion, it is recommended
that people avoid storing food in plastic containers. Instead,
glass or steel containers should be used, which will prevent phthalates
from seeping out of the plastic and into your food.
Most articles about food and the use of plastic containers will
mention the concern that people have about microwaving food in
plastic dishes. While there does not appear to be any concrete
numbers about the validity of this concern as of yet, most experts
feel there is the chance of a danger.
With prevention in mind, the usual recommendation is to avoid
using the microwave to cook food in plastic, and that if you do,
at least avoid plastic cling wrap that is in direct contact with
food.
Water In Plastic Bottles
Another concern about food safety concerns bottled water. Our
bodies are made up of a large amount of water, and in order to
remain healthy, we need to replenish that fluid daily by drinking
water. With more people exercising to maintain their health, bottled
water has become a main source of liquid intake.
Water is a solvent, and is sometimes called the universal solvent,
and therefore, plastic bottled water could have phthalates that
have leaked from the plastic and dissolved in the water.
People Ignore Warnings
People either choose not to use bottled water or they choose
to ignore the warnings, as it has become a convenient way to get
a refreshing sip on-the-go. The danger is increased with the time
the water has been in the bottle and also with temperature changes.
Research on food safety isn’t always conclusive in the results
of a study. Most of the research being done now is funded by particular
companies who may have a high stake in the outcome.
Glass And Steel Containers For Food Storage
A double-blind experiment is obviously more trustworthy than
simple studies, and most of the research involves studies at this
point in time. With people becoming more aware of how external
products can affect their well being, such as plastic containers,
it is important to decide for yourself about whether or not you
will consume water from plastic bottles or store foods in plastic
containers.
Glass or steel containers for storage, and the use of the microwave
sans plastic would be a better option.
Please Note: All information given
on this site is for general information purposes and is not to
replace any medical opinion or medical diagnosis or any other
medical expert, as individual circumstances may vary. Please see
your medical doctor, before any action is taken to alleviate symptoms.
About the Author:
Julia Taylor-Fernandez has written a number of articles on food contamination, nutrition, dieting and cooking including
Food Access,
General Nutrition,
Teapot Cake,
Low Carb Cheese Cake,
Fresh Fruit,
Nutritional Information,
Healthy Appetizers,
Low Carb Dinners,
Health Food Store.
Keep a lookout for more of her articles on this website.
Did You Know?
How does food contamination affect me?
Food contamination can definitely affect
everyone. If you were to eat contaminated food you could become
incredibly ill. Some people have actually died due to contaminated
foods.
There are some bacteria that can be very
devastating to the human body. One of these is called E.Coli.
It can make its way into canned goods, fresh produce and your
refrigerator quite easily.
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