Although Bisphenol-a (Bpa), the Stuff in Nalgene's Classic Polycarbonate Shatterproof Water Bottles, Has Been Used for Nearly 50 Year's in Products Like Baby...
Although Bisphenol-A (BPA), the stuff in Nalgene's classic polycarbonate shatterproof water bottles, has been used for nearly 50 years in products like baby bottles, water bottles and the lining of most metal food and beverage containers, some scientists found study results that suggest BPA could cause “potential ...
Are Nalgene bottles unhealthy?
Most Nalgene bottles are made of Tritan, an impressive plastic that is tough, rugged, lightweight, and above all else, safe. There are many things about Tritan that make it stand out among the pack, but one of our favorite parts about it is that it's a BPA-free material.
"Human exposure to these compounds is likely to continue to increase." In 2008, consumers began to ditch the popular Nalgene water bottle over concerns about bisphenol A (BPA), a chemical that could leach from it and cause changes to the body's hormonal system.
Elena Rostova holds a Master's degree in Public Health Journalism. She covers groundbreaking medical research, holistic wellness trends, mental health awareness, and nutritional science.