"Consumer Reports Uncovers Plastic Contamination in Major Food Brands"
Consumer Reports has discovered a pervasive presence of plastic components, specifically phthalates and bisphenol A (BPA), in a wide range of food products from supermarkets and fast-food chains. Despite not exceeding regulatory limits, the safety of these levels is questioned due to the potential health risks associated with hormonal disruptions. The study highlights the need for regulatory reassessment of plasticizers in food production, as the tested foods, including popular brands and fast-food items, showed varying levels of these chemicals. Only one product, Polar raspberry lime seltzer, was found to be free of phthalates.