Ovarian Cyst Syndrome May Raise Health Risks from Plastics Chemical

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SOURCE: The Endocrine Society, news release, Jan. 12, 2011

TUESDAY, Jan. 18 (HealthDay News) -- Women with polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) appear to be more vulnerable to a chemical found in many consumer products than other women, a new study suggests.

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Bisphenol A, or BPA, is widely used in plastic products, food and drink packaging and even dental materials. PCOS, a common endocrine disorder in women of reproductive age, is characterized by excessive production of male sex hormones (androgens). PCOS raises the chances of obesity, type 2 diabetes, infertility and heart disease.

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According to Diamanti-Kandarakis, the study "shows that BPA may be more harmful to women with hormonal and fertility imbalances like those found in PCOS. These women should be alert to the potential risks and take care of themselves by avoiding excessive everyday consumption of food or drink from plastic containers."



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[midnight]

1. Wasn't that the plastic used for children's

dishes, baby bottles, and sippy cups?

[snagglepuss]

2. Yes however its used in a multitude of consumer products including the lining

of tin cans. The white lining in cans of tomatos or vegetables or fruit is BPA, AKA phylates :(

[no_hypocrisy]

3. BPA "survives" high temperatures during cooking, right or wrong?