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Media and regulatory authorities frequently issue warnings about the hazards of Chinese plastic containing highly toxic substances, especially in plastic baby bottles made of PC (polycarbonate) openly traded in the market, posing considerable health risks to infants.
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Exploring Plastic Baby Bottles for Infants
Vietnamese mothers, when selecting baby bottles, rarely pay attention to or have knowledge about the product's material. They mainly choose for reasons such as convenience, high aesthetics, or soft nipples, without realizing whether the material is toxic or not. Hence, mothers might inadvertently choose low-quality bottles without being aware of it.
The most recent statistics from specialty stores supplying infant essentials suggest that plastic bottles, besides well-known brands like Dr. Brown's, NUK, Pigeon, Chu Chu, etc., include numerous brands of unknown origin with prices one-third of the standard. These are widely chosen by customers. Glass bottles, however, are challenging to sell as people fear their weight and fragility. But when inquiring about the components in plastic bottles, no one can provide a satisfactory answer.
Even while strolling around a local market, you'll notice an abundance of artistic baby bottles with various patterns and subtle designs, equipped with a full set of nipples and caps, all priced between 10k to 30k per bottle. Interestingly, these bottles often lack detailed information about their materials and origin.
Moreover, exploring the baby section of some major supermarkets reveals a diverse array of baby bottles. Some products fail to specify whether they contain BPA or not. And if they don't claim to be 'BPA-free,' there might be potential health risks associated with the material of these bottles.
What are the adverse effects of baby bottles containing BPA?
BPA (Bisphenol-A) is a powder present in industrial plastics, enhancing their durability and often found in non-recyclable household items. Recent studies indicate that even a small amount of BPA can cause severe damage to the brain and reproductive system of animals. It easily leaches out of the compound when exposed to high temperatures and remains non-degradable, posing a serious threat if it enters the body.
Some people opt for plastic bottles to warm milk for their babies or sterilize them using boiling water or even a microwave. The issue lies in the quality of the bottle; if it's subpar, it unintentionally jeopardizes the child's health.
Therefore, before selecting a baby bottle, mothers should thoroughly investigate the components within. It is advisable to purchase from reputable brands available at well-established and trusted outlets that specialize in providing baby bottles, such as Mytour.
