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5 Ways to Keep Bisphenol A, or BPA, Out of Your Food


With studies stacking up against the chemical, here's what you need to know to lower your exposure



Posted September 17, 2008


Here are some good rules of thumb for reducing your intake of BPA.

1. Buy your tomato sauce in glass jars.

2. Consume frozen or fresh fruits and vegetables instead of canned.

3. Purchase beverages in plastic or glass bottles

4. Use powdered infant formula instead of ready-to-serve liquid.

5. Think in terms of moderation. You don't need to avoid all canned foods. Just consult the chart below and follow a sensible approach, eating less of those foods that are high in BPA. Click here for the full report on canned foods.