Bottled water warning issued by scientists as health risk laid bare

Scientists are urging people to stop drinking bottled water due to the discovery of harmful particles found within. While environmentalists have long advocated for the switch from disposable plastic bottles to reusable ones, it appears there are not only ecological benefits but health ones as well. Drinking plenty of water is undeniably beneficial for your health , but where that water comes from and how you consume it can make a significant difference.

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Phthalates, the type of plastic used in the production of these bottles, have also been linked to various health concerns. The National Institute of Environmental Health Sciences has stated that this plastic is "linked with development, reproductive, brain, immune and other problems." Reflecting on these findings, Beizhan Yan, an environmental chemist at Columbia University's Lamont-Doherty Earth Observatory and co-author of the study, said: "This was not surprising, since that is what many water bottles are made of.

" The specialist also disclosed that it's not just water bottles where this plastic is utilized. He further explained: "PET is also used for bottled sodas, sports drinks, and products such as ketchup and mayonnaise. It probably gets into the water as bits slough off when the bottle is squeezed or gets exposed to heat.

" Polyamide, a type of nylon, is another plastic particle found in water bottles. The researcher claimed: "Ironically, this probably comes from plastic filters used to supposedly purify water before it is bottled." Despite suspicions about the health implications of bottled water, Beizhan Yan believes the study will pave the way for exploring the "huge world of nanoplastics" that lies ahead.

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