Modern life has brought numerous dangers, as the environment is significantly polluted, and toxins and dangerous substances may threaten our wellbeing. Our health is greatly affected by the food and drinks we consume.

Water is of critical importance, so we are all advised to drink at least two liters of filtered water during the day. Moreover, we should avoid greasy, sugary, and salty foods, and focus more on natural and organic fruits and vegetables.

However, most of you are not aware of the consequences of the use of plastic containers. Namely, the companies that produce foods and beverages are more concerned about their financial profit, than the production of healthy and safe products for their customers.

Therefore, it is of high importance to learn the meaning of the labels on the bottom of plastic bottles, as they indicate the extent to which they are harmful.

Plastic bottles are constantly around us, as we often buy water bottles when we go to work when we go for a walk, we buy water for our children in school, we get several of these water bottles when we go on a trip, and so on.

However, these bottles are significantly harmful to our health, and this is indicated by the triangle found on every bottle’s bottom.

Here is a list of the compounds of plastic bottles, as well as their properties:

HDP( sometimes HDPE)

This plastic is a far better option than many others, as it is not likely to release chemicals into the water and it is usually used for making the plastic containers of certain food products.

PP

This plastic type is also safe, and it is usually white or transparent. It is used in the production of containers of syrups and yogurt.

PET( often PETE)

This plastic type releases cancer-causing mixes, as well as metals, antimony, and EPA synthetic substance, which intervenes with the hormone capacity.

PVC(sometimes 3V)

PVC releases two dangerous elements, whose combination affects the hormonal capacity. It is the most commonly used plastic in the production of bottles.

PS

This kind of plastic discharges STYRENE inside the water, which is a dangerous cancer-causing substance. It is often used in single-use coffee glasses and fast-food containers.

PC (or no label)

It discharges the concoction BPA and it is undoubtedly the most dangerous one. PC is commonly used in the production of sports bottles, nourishment stockpiling, as well as baby food containers.

To conclude, only the first two types of plastic, PP and HDPE, are not dangerous to your health, as they do not release harmful chemicals into the water.

On the other hand, the use of the other plastic types can seriously endanger your health, so in order to prevent their harmful consequences, it is advisable to use only glass water bottles.

On the other hand, the use of the other plastic types can seriously endanger your health, so in order to prevent their harmful consequences, it is advisable to use only glass water bottles.

This is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health care professional.

Source:  www.healthyfoodadvice.net