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Plastic Food Containers Are Dangerous

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According to the National Institute of Environmental Health Sciences, most plastic containers are made from various chemicals including phthalates.

Phthalates can interfere with the body’s endocrine system, which in turn damages the developmental, reproductive, and neurological systems. Since plastic breaks down over time, these chemicals can leak into your food.