Sunday, September 23, 2012

Food For Your Family


Which one of the following is caused by the chemical BPA found in plastic and aluminum cans containing food?

a. obesity in children
b. reproductive development
c. cardiovascular disease

To find the answer please read the following articles, Consuming Canned Soup and BPA In Food Packaging.

After comparing the two articles write a response in the comment box below that answers the following:
  1. What is the answer to the question at the beginning of this post.
  2. Where does BPA come from?
  3. Name something you ate or drank today that was packaged in plastic or a can.
  4. Does this research affect your own family?
  5. Do you plan on doing anything to protect your child from consuming BPA?