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NFL Draft Theory: Why Best Player Available is a Poor StrategyI created a minor ruckus prior to the 2011 Draft when I argued that teams should not necessarily always select the best player available, even at a position of need. The reason I gave for this was a term called VORP (value over replacement player).- Michigan Democrats Push Product Safety LegislationThere are dangerous levels of BPA (bisphenol A) and highly toxic NPEs (nonylphenol ethoxylates) in over 650 brand-name children's toys, including Playmobil, LeapFrog and Chicco baby products, says a report by the Environmental Health Strategies Center.
- New Warnings About Canned FoodsJust in time for Thanksgiving and new warning are surfacing about BPA in canned foods. You may want to rethink those canned veggies and pumpkin as you prepare the menu.
- Chemical in Plastic Appears to Cause Emotional Problems in GirlsThe chemical BPA found in many common plastics shows up in the bodies of pregnant women and researchers say it causes their daughters to have emotional and behavioral problems.
Tips to Reduce Risk of BPA Exposure - Bisphenol-A DangerStudies produce questionable results on BPA exposure and health, so take these easy steps to protect yourself and reduce risk of BPA exposure and it‘s possible long term effects .- Money Does Not Only Contain Germs it Contains BPAYou may realize that money is one of the grimiest things you handle daily. You know it contains germs. But did you know it also contains a substance called BPA?
- BPA Exposure – Happening Daily and Not Just in Your Water BottleMany people feel that any amount of BPA in our bodies is too much. and they want to take measures to make changes in their daily habits to avoid BPA. Using a BPA-free water bottle may not be enough to limit exposure.
Are Canned Foods Exposing Children to BPAChildren's favorite can foods have been found to contain BPA is this causing a risk to our children's health.
Tips for Reducing BPA Exposure During the School YearBack to school time brings up thoughts and worries about ABC's, 123's, and BPA's. How can you limit a child's BPA exposure?
School Lunchboxes: ABCs Without BPAKeeping our children safe from Bisphenol A, or BPA, can be a daunting task in a world where we are surrounded by the toxins of plastic. Play it safe, and send them back to school this fall with these BPA-free lunch time products.
BPA and Canned FoodYou think your doing a pretty good job when you give your kids canned veggies or fruit without sugar or salt what you don't realize is that there could be high levels of BPA that has leaked into the food
The Obviously Toxic Bisphenol AOver 6,000 studies conclude that BPA is toxic. Canada has declared BPA toxic. Denmark and France have restricted BPA use in numerous products. Learn more about BPA and how you can reduce exposure to this obviously toxic chemical.
Study Suggests Your BPA Free Plastics Are No Good EitherNew study about plastics says even BPA free is leaching harmful chemicals from products our families use everyday.
Consume Fresh Food Cut BPA ExposureNew report now informs consumers how to cut BPA exposure. Find out what can products contain the highest amounts of BPA.
Revisiting Baby Feeding Bottles (Glass Vs. Plastic)Due to the popularity and commercialization of plastic/disposable feeding bottles, the younger generation of parents overlooked or have forgotten the classic and the newly reinvented glass ones. Read on now to "Compare, Contrast and Investigate".
Research: BPA-free Products Release Harmful ChemicalsNew research conducted by Georgetown University and others suggest that BPA-free products release harmful chemicals. This is concerning for parents who are aware that certain chemicals pose harmful effects on children.- BPA Free Toys for ToddlersIf BPA is a concern to you, you may want to consider obtaining BPA free toys. These BPA free toys will soon be favorites of your child.
Chemical Month | Bisphenol ABisphenol A is a man-made chemical linked to cancer and heart disease, and it is likely in your body right now (from "Chemical Month" on 13.7 Billion Years).- How to Avoid Plastics Made with Risky BPABPA is linked to health risks. BPA is present in many plastic food and beverage containers. BPA can leach into food and beverages. You can find BPA-free products.
- Women with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome More Susceptible to the Effects of BPAWomen with polycystic ovary disease may be more susceptible to the effects of BPA, a chemical used to make plastic containers and can liners. Find out more about the risks of BPA and how they affect women with PCOS.
Research Shows Skin is No Protection from BPA ExposureCan BPA really be absorbed into the body through your skin? Recent research shows that not only it can, but that those who handle BPA regularly have a higher level of BPA in their body than other occupations.- BPA Declared Toxic in Canada: What's Next?Canada declared BPA to be toxic - what comes next for Canada and for the US? Will US manufacturers quit using this harmful chemical?
- Bisphenol-A: What Are the Long-Term Consequences of Exposure?Bisphenol-A, or BPA, is a chemical that is used in the manufacture of polycarbonate plastics since the 1960s.
- EU Bans Bisphenol-A in Baby Bottles, FDA Stands Idle"USA Today" reports the European Union, or EU, has moved to ban the use of bisphenol-A, or BPA, in the manufacture of plastic baby bottles beginning March 2011.
- BPA - It's Not Just in Packaging AnymoreBPA may be more prevalent than we had thought. Watchdog groups tell us ways we can minimize our exposure to this potential hormone disrupter.
- The Dangers of BPA Are RealBisphenol-A, or BPA, in plastic items has been in the news recently because of safety issues. Even though the FDA calls it safe, the Canadian government now acknowledges the dangers of BPA. Should you be concerned?
Is Bisphenol-A Significantly Metabolized by the Liver?The plastics industry has promoted research that put forth the hypothesis that BPA was almost fully metabolized in the liver and excreted out the urine, and thus posed little threat to health. Turns out they were wrong.
Are Dental Sealants Safe for Kids?BPA has recently been revealed to be in some dental sealants used on kids. What are dental sealants and are they safe for kids? What are some of the dangers of BPA laced sealants? What can parents do to reduce the risk to their child?- Dental Sealants, BPA and Safety of Children and Pregnant WomenDental sealants and tooth repair resins were found to contain substances that turn into the chemical BPA when combined with saliva.
- Cash Register Receipts Are a Surprising Home to BPAWe have heard of the dangers of exposure to BPA, which is why many popular baby manufacturers not longer use it in baby products. But guess where you may be exposed at a much higher rate to BPA and find out what you can do about it.
- The Health Effects of BPA Go Back to the WombThe health effects of BPA,or bisphenol A, found in plastics can go all the way back to the womb. Find out why you should take steps to eliminate this endocrine disrupter from your home.
- Pregnant Women Who Were Exposed to BPA or DES Run Greater Chance of Breast CancerA new study that has just been approved for publication in Hormones and Cancer, a journal of The Endocrine Society shows endocrine disrupting chemicals increases breast cancer risks.
- Environmental Groups Say that BPA Can Be Found in Most Canned GoodsSeveral environmental groups say that BPA, a chemical that can be found in the thin plastic coating the inside of most canned goods, is harmful, particularly to infants and pregnant women.
Is There BPA in Your Canned Foods?BPA strikes again. Studies show that high levels of BPA have been found in common cans of vegetables. What can people do to protect themselves.- BPA Found in Toilet PaperBPA has now been found in toilet paper. How does it get there and what does toilet paper have to do with the local water shed?
BPA and Canning Jar LidsThere is widespread information about the hazards of BPA. Now we learn that BPA is present in home canning lids. What choices do we have?- Common Cause of Infertility - What to Avoid when Trying to Get PregnantWe have environmental toxins to worry about. There are chemicals and toxins in the food we eat everyday. Now research found that there are toxins in the packaging of our foods and drinks we use everyday.
- The Little Known Dangers of Canned Tomato SauceCanned tomato sauce is full of heart healthy lycopenes, but it may actually be harming you and your family. Find out why.
- FDA Warns About BPA: The Chicken Little SyndromeThe FDA is trying to panic you about Bisphenol A, more commonly known as BPA, which has been used for over 40 years in hard plastic food containers such as baby bottles , reusable cups...
Can Baby Bottle Bisphenol A Give You Diabetes?Bisphenol A (BPA) has been widely used to make plastic baby bottles. Animal and human studies suggest that BPA may be contributing to the development of diabetes.
