Drinking from Plastic Bottles Linked to Heart Problems and High Blood Pressure – The Hidden Health Risk
Drinking from plastic bottles is directly linked to heart problems and high blood pressure. Introduction One of the things that we find everywhere in modern life is plastic bottles. From picking up a bottle of water at the supermarket to using a replenishable plastic container, almost all of us handle plastic bottles regularly. But there is growing scientific evidence that drinking out of plastic bottles could have major implications for your heart, and your blood pressure. Today, we’ll examine why plastic bottles are so damaging, how they damage your heart health, and what you can do to reduce your risk. The Chemistry of Plastic Bottles: The Basics Plastic bottles are commonly made up of polyethene terephthalate (PET) or polycarbonate. PET bottles come safe to use once, while polycarbonate bottles, when reused or kept in heat, can leach toxic chemicals like Bisphenol A (BPA). The chemical structure of plastic is what makes it durable and convenient, but it’s also that same quali...