Why reusing single-use plastic water bottles can be harmful
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Scientists warn against reusing single-use plastic water bottles, citing health and environmental risks. Chemicals can leach into water, bacteria can build up, and the plastic breaks down over time, making them unsafe for repeated use compared to reusable alternatives.
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- Reusing single-use plastic bottles is not always recommended. 5s
- Single-use plastics can leach chemicals into food and drinks. 16s
- Microscopic plastic particles may be ingested from reused bottles. 21s
- Bacterial growth increases with repeated use of these bottles. 27s
- Experts advise recycling single-use plastics and using reusable containers. 34s