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Dangerous Dishes

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Hot noodle soup served in melamine bowls can prompt the plastic compound to leach and then be ingested. Melamine dishware is popular because it is affordable and shatter resistant, making it specifically attractive for serving children.   The melamine compound, which is partly composed of formaldehyde, is posited to pose health risks such as bladder and …

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Is Soup Toxic to Your Health?

Is Soup Toxic to Your Health?

Canned soups raise excreted bisphenol A (BPA) levels, a compound regarded as an endocrine disruptor with potential risks to human health. Bisphenol A (BPA) is a plasticizer that is regarded as an endocrine disruptor that may be linked to  cardiovascular disease, diabetes, and liver abnormalities.  Commonly used in food can linings, Karin B. Michels, from …

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