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Put down that water bottle from the hot car

The Weather Channel · 10 days ago
The Weather Channel
The Weather Channel
10 days ago

Studies have shown that when plastic bottles are subjected to heat, BPA, microplastics, and other dangerous chemicals leach into water. These chemicals have been associated with hormone imbalance, gastrointestinal irritation, and even cancer.

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  • Heat can cause BPA, microplastics, and other chemicals to leach from plastic bottles. 7s
  • Exposure to these chemicals is linked to hormone imbalance, gastrointestinal irritation, and cancer. 12s
  • A parked car can reach 110 degrees in less than 30 minutes on an 80-degree day. 22s
  • Stainless steel or glass bottles are recommended as safer alternatives. 26s
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