The Canadian government has declared the hazardous chemical bisphenol A as a toxic substance in what may be a first step to banning the chemical used in baby bottles.
The Canadian government has declared the hazardous chemical bisphenol A as a toxic substance in what may be a first step to banning the chemical used in baby bottles.
"Today's confirmation of our ban on BPA in baby bottles proves that our government did the right thing in taking action to protect the health and environment for all Canadians," said a statement issued by Environment Minister John Baird.
Importance of Breast Feeding-Stages-Advantages-Benefits-Storage-FAQs
From antibodies, to the exclusive nutrients, the benefits of breastfeeding are incalculable.
From antibodies, to the exclusive nutrients, the benefits of breastfeeding are incalculable.
BPA is thought to affect reproductive development and cause hormone-related problems. Many US states are considering banning the chemical in baby bottles, while some manufacturers have also started making BPA-free baby bottles.
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Breast Feeding - Preparation
Interactive section of Medindia gives details regarding how your body prepares breast feeding
Interactive section of Medindia gives details regarding how your body prepares breast feeding
Milk Scandal Put 5,824 Children in Hospital, Says China
China Thursday announced that 5,824 children are still receiving hospital treatment for kidney diseases caused by a contaminated milk scandal, state news agency Xinhua said.
China Thursday announced that 5,824 children are still receiving hospital treatment for kidney diseases caused by a contaminated milk scandal, state news agency Xinhua said.
Baby Bottles Could Be Linked With Lifetime Weight Gain
Prenatal exposure to minuscule amounts of common chemicals found in baby bottles to toys can lead to lifetime weight gain, say researchers.
Prenatal exposure to minuscule amounts of common chemicals found in baby bottles to toys can lead to lifetime weight gain, say researchers.
